Monitor Technician - Fairfield Hospital

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Job Description

Monitor Tech – Fairfield Hospital

Job Summary:

The Monitor Tech is responsible for measuring and monitoring EKG waveforms. The Monitor Tech needs to communicate information to nursing and clinicians effectively and efficiently utilizing hospital policy.

As the Monitor Tech, it is critical to contribute to patient safety and safe patient outcomes.

Essential Functions:

• Provides continuous cardiac monitor observation

• Informs nurses of essential information regarding equipment, changes in cardiac rhythm, and patient updates

• Compiles patient data and report on a shift by shift basis

• Takes care of the monitoring equipment and notification of bio-medical when equipment needs to be replaced or taken out of service for repairs

• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• None

Experience:

• Prior EKG or telemetry experience (preferred, not required)

Training:

• Successful completion of EKG/arrhythmia exam (required by end of orientation)

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

• Basic math skills

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]