Monitor Technician

Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: June 18, 2022

Job Description:

Primary City/State:Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name: PCU-Monitor Techs-HospWork Shift: NightJob Category:Clinical CareGreat careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Apply today.Practicing on medicine's leading edge is a rare opportunity, you can do it every day at Banner with our team! When we speak of our mission we always think about our dedication to our patients and their families. - Practicing on medicine's leading edge is a rare opportunity, you can do it every day at Banner! When we speak of our mission we always think about our dedication to our patients and their families. We take great pride in our service delivery and provide premier service to all of our patients!Monitor Technicians are responsible for continuous observation of patients monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors, and for reporting pertinent changes and abnormalities to the appropriate clinical staff. This position is also responsible for maintaining logs of activity and changes or behaviors in accordance with facility standards. You will be a valued member of our team and be a part of a strong team collaboration. This is a full time, 3-12 hour shift position, from 7:00pm to 7:30am, to include rotating weekends and holidays. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefits to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.Since 1970, Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional care to the people in the northwest area of metropolitan Phoenix. Today, our 501-bed acute-care hospital is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals and offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, wound management and sleep disorders. We've earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers. We're also in the nation's top five percent for preventing mortality and complications.POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for continuous observation of patients' monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors, and for reporting pertinent changes and abnormalities to the appropriate clinical staff. This position is also responsible for maintaining logs of activity and changes or behaviors in accordance with facility standards.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Provides continuous observation of monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors for assigned patients. Must be aware of pertinent medical history, medications and code status for each of their assigned patients. Alerts appropriate clinical staff of any changes and abnormalities.2. Obtains calibrated rhythm strips per policy and maintains documentation in accordance with facility standards. Documents changes in clinical and/or behavioral activity.3. Provides information and summaries to physicians and staff.4. Monitors and assists in the maintenance of monitoring equipment.5. May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and ancillary personnel.6. Works under general supervision. Interacts with all levels of staff within the facility, physicians, patients, families and external contacts and vendors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.Current BLS certification may be required in certain departments.Depending on department assignment, completion of unit approved basic electrocardiogram -OR- electroencephalographic interpretation course or on the job training - and - a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG -OR- EEG test, with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias - OR - epileptiform activity. Must possess a working knowledge of medical terminology. Requires effective interpersonal and problem solving skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdditional related education and/or experience preferred.

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