Monitor Tech Health Unit Coord ICU at CommonSpirit Health

Where Youll WorkVirginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person body mind and spirit in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services from routine wellness to complex disease management all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you become part of a team that delivers top-quality professional healthcare in modern well-equipped facilities and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.Job Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs a Monitor Tech you will be responsible for continuous observation and analysis of patients cardiac rhythms to detect and report changes.Every day you will meticulously monitor EKG strips identify arrhythmias measure intervals and promptly communicate critical findings to nursing staff and healthcare providers ensuring accurate documentation.To be successful you will demonstrate sharp observational skills a thorough understanding of cardiac rhythms and the ability to act quickly and precisely under pressure crucial for patient safety and timely intervention.Monitors patients cardiac rhythms and/or oxygen saturation using appropriate cardiac monitoring equipment; obtains a baseline ECG strip on all monitored patients according to department guidelines; records and posts cardiac strips in accordance with established procedures; may replaces electrode pads wires and batteries as necessary. Updates and verifies patient data in information system; maintains unit/department specific records as assigned.Recognizes rhythms with the potential to alter the patients physiology and obtains a documentary ECG strip; immediately reports all arrhythmias to the RN responsible for the patient in accordance with established protocols.Maintains current knowledge of the technical operation and capabilities of the central monitoring station; maintains alarm systems according to established protocols and responds appropriately to monitor alarms; identifies/troubleshoots routine technical problems with the monitors and sends work orders for maintenance/clinical engineering repairs as necessary.Handles incoming and outgoing communications answers questions and assists staff in accordance with established procedures.Maintains a safe work and patient environment adhering to the hospitals Safety Risk Management and Regulatory Standards and if applicable infection prevention. Maintains a neat and organized work environment; orders stocks and replenishes supplies and equipment as necessary; identifies and reports problems with supplies or equipment; enters equipment repair requests in system tags equipment and removes from service.Performs receptionist and support duties at the assigned unit; handles incoming and outgoing communications transfers call appropriately greets and assists visitors answers questions in accordance with established procedures.Job RequirementsGraduation from an accredited monitor technician program or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program or one year of recent related work experience as a monitor technician upon hire andLead: Must be currently assigned as a Monitor Tech and have at least one year of work experience as a Monitor Tech. Key Skills Banking,Corporate Sales,ABAP,Barista,Backend,Concierge Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1