Monitor Technician
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: June 18, 2022
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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.
Keywords: Banner Health, Sun City , Monitor Technician, Professions , Sun City, Arizona
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