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Monitor Tech - Nights

INTEGRIS Health · US

The Monitor Technician observes the cardiac rhythm of patients in the assigned unit, assesses patients status and reports the patients cardiac rhythm to medi...

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The Monitor Technician observes the cardiac rhythm of patients in the assigned unit, assesses patients status and reports the patients cardiac rhythm to medical/nursing staff. This position requires population specific competencies. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Monitor Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: - Operates complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, computerized dysrhythmia detection system, and rhythm strip printers - Maintains accurate neat account of patients cardiac monitoring status during episode of care - Identifies and records patient rhythm in patient log as appropriate - Verbally communicates report on pertinent patient/monitor data to/from appropriate colleagues - During code situations, maintains contact with appropriate staff to assist with rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia detection - Contacts biomedical engineering in a timely manner when the monitor equipment malfunctions - Ensure and maintain proper operation and up keep of monitori...