Monitor Technician - Full Time, Nights (Culver City)

Southern California Hospital at Culver City • Culver City, CA

7h • $25 - $34

About The Position

The Monitor Technician provides continuous observation of the patients’ cardiac rhythm. Identifies basic arrhythmias and provides prompt notification of changes/issues to the licensed nurse or Physician. Troubleshoots false alarms and system issues. Documents values and mounts rhythm strips according to unit standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Basic Arrhythmia Certification
• AHA Basic Life Support
• Understanding of basic medical terminology
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Computer literacy and proficiency
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families
• One (1) year previous experience as a Monitor Technician

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous observation and cardiac monitoring for an assigned group of patients, reporting changes in patient condition to licensed nurse and/or physician as appropriate.
• Ensures patient monitors and/or telemetry units are intact and functional.
• Identifies basic arrhythmias, anticipates emergent situations, and reacts appropriately.
• Troubleshoots false alarms and the monitoring system.
• Obtains and mounts rhythm strips as directed and provides an accurate rhythm summary at change of shift or as needed.
• Establishes and maintains effective filing systems.
• Maintains accurate telemetry documentation, and ensures infection control and HIPAA compliance.
• Engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making.
• Effectively uses all applicable computer and office systems/procedures.
• Ensures the work area is clean, clutter free and organized.
• Maintains telemetry box inventory and functioning.
• Ensures infection control procedures and cleaning of equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED