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Posted : Thursday, September 07, 2023 08:39 AM
VIRTUAL SITTER MONITOR TECHNICIAN WEO A - NIGHTS
Location: Lynchburg, VA, United States
Facility location: Lynchburg General Hospital
Date Posted: Feb 29, 2024
Job ID: 13793
Department: LGH Telemetry
Shift: Nights
Schedule: Weekend Exclusive Option (WEO) A
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At Centra, we want to listen carefully and get to know you well.
We want to understand your hopes, goals and dreams.
We want to do our part so you can be your very best - as you define it.
This remains true whether you are a patient, a Centra Caregiver, or a member of the communities we serve.
As a candidate considering employment with our organization, we want you to understand that it is our mission to help partner with you throughout each stage of your career.
Job Description Overview The Monitor Technician is a member of the patient care team who functions under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse.
The responsibilities of the Monitor Technician include interpreting heart rhythms, noting irregularities in electronic medical records, ensuring that heart monitors are functioning correctly, and reporting to the medical staff in charge of the patients.
Under supervision the Monitor Technician is responsible for the placement and scanning of Holter and event monitors, analysis of ECG rhythms and documentation.
Monitor Technician may handle medication that is delivered by the Pharmacy either directly or via the pneumatic tube system and to transport the medication to an appropriate storage area or to another employee who is qualified to administer medication.
Successful Monitor Technicians should have excellent analytical and technical skills, detail-oriented, as well as adaptability to change based on evidence-based practice.
Ultimately, top performers should have a strong working knowledge of medical equipment and software, as well as good communication skills when interacting with patients and care staff.
Must live in Central Virginia - not an out of state role! Responsibilities Observing and interpreting patients heart monitor and checking for abnormalities, including irregular heart rhythm, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest Recognizing and responding to any abnormal conditions in patients heart rhythm Performing and reporting any changes in heart readings or EKGs to Coworkers, Nurses and Physicians caring for patients Updating patients medical records with important information related to cardiac rhythms which promote treatment plan by attending physicians Identities own knowledge deficits and promptly seeks resources to meet those needs while promoting safe patient care Demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age spiritual and cultural needs of the patient served Maintains knowledge of the technological advances required for the role associated with equipment computers and software Participates in positive outcomes related to designated procedure Precepts others to job role when applicable Performs accurate monitoring of patients related to selected procedures Cleaning and maintaining heart monitors and EKG machines Reporting any necessary equipment repairs in a timely manner Assisting with the training of new staff in medical monitoring systems Work as the running for changing lead wires, patches, batteries, and any task needed to ensure patients remains visible on cardiac monitor Recognizes and participates in testing quality concerns and implements strategies Qualifications Required Education: High school diploma / GED Required Experience: Ability to work as Lead Monitor Technician after twelve (12) months of training.
The ability to remain calm in stressful environments.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent technical skills for hospital equipment and medical software.
Great communication and multi-tasking skills Preferred Experience: One (1) year of previous experience as a Monitor Technician Our care givers at Centra are the most valuable asset we have and it is our mission and commitment to build and sustain a diverse and inclusive environment.
When recruiting and retaining talent at Centra, our hiring needs are based on matching a candidates job qualifications with our job requirements and department needs without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Centra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
Be yourself.
Be a partner with Centra.
At Centra, we want to listen carefully and get to know you well.
We want to understand your hopes, goals and dreams.
We want to do our part so you can be your very best - as you define it.
This remains true whether you are a patient, a Centra Caregiver, or a member of the communities we serve.
As a candidate considering employment with our organization, we want you to understand that it is our mission to help partner with you throughout each stage of your career.
Job Description Overview The Monitor Technician is a member of the patient care team who functions under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse.
The responsibilities of the Monitor Technician include interpreting heart rhythms, noting irregularities in electronic medical records, ensuring that heart monitors are functioning correctly, and reporting to the medical staff in charge of the patients.
Under supervision the Monitor Technician is responsible for the placement and scanning of Holter and event monitors, analysis of ECG rhythms and documentation.
Monitor Technician may handle medication that is delivered by the Pharmacy either directly or via the pneumatic tube system and to transport the medication to an appropriate storage area or to another employee who is qualified to administer medication.
Successful Monitor Technicians should have excellent analytical and technical skills, detail-oriented, as well as adaptability to change based on evidence-based practice.
Ultimately, top performers should have a strong working knowledge of medical equipment and software, as well as good communication skills when interacting with patients and care staff.
Must live in Central Virginia - not an out of state role! Responsibilities Observing and interpreting patients heart monitor and checking for abnormalities, including irregular heart rhythm, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest Recognizing and responding to any abnormal conditions in patients heart rhythm Performing and reporting any changes in heart readings or EKGs to Coworkers, Nurses and Physicians caring for patients Updating patients medical records with important information related to cardiac rhythms which promote treatment plan by attending physicians Identities own knowledge deficits and promptly seeks resources to meet those needs while promoting safe patient care Demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age spiritual and cultural needs of the patient served Maintains knowledge of the technological advances required for the role associated with equipment computers and software Participates in positive outcomes related to designated procedure Precepts others to job role when applicable Performs accurate monitoring of patients related to selected procedures Cleaning and maintaining heart monitors and EKG machines Reporting any necessary equipment repairs in a timely manner Assisting with the training of new staff in medical monitoring systems Work as the running for changing lead wires, patches, batteries, and any task needed to ensure patients remains visible on cardiac monitor Recognizes and participates in testing quality concerns and implements strategies Qualifications Required Education: High school diploma / GED Required Experience: Ability to work as Lead Monitor Technician after twelve (12) months of training.
The ability to remain calm in stressful environments.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent technical skills for hospital equipment and medical software.
Great communication and multi-tasking skills Preferred Experience: One (1) year of previous experience as a Monitor Technician Our care givers at Centra are the most valuable asset we have and it is our mission and commitment to build and sustain a diverse and inclusive environment.
When recruiting and retaining talent at Centra, our hiring needs are based on matching a candidates job qualifications with our job requirements and department needs without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Centra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
Be yourself.
Be a partner with Centra.
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• Location : Lynchburg, VA
• Post ID: 9110702982
