Technician, Monitor

				Overview:

Responsible for the continuous monitoring of the Central Monitor Unit, documentation of the rhythm strips, and timely reporting of rhythm changes to nurse or physician. Responsible for tasks/activities related to daily maintenance of the Monitoring Unit and area.

Responsibilities:

* Participate in the nursing inter-shift report data gathering. 
* Makes rounds on all monitored patients to check their leads, skin integrity and monitor settings.
* Perform tasks/activities to ensure maximum accuracy and clarity of rhythm on oscilloscope.
* Maintain safety mechanisms in place as per Hospital policy and procedure.
* Monitor the Central Monitoring Unit and maintains a log to document the rhythm analysis for each monitored patient.  This analysis should include at least the rate, rhythm, PR interval, QT interval, and rhythm interpretation.
* Report to nurse of any changes in rate or rhythm as soon as identified.
* Troubleshoot monitoring problems and performs corrective actions.  Refer to nurse or Bio-Med Department as needed.
* Obtain a 12 lead EKG as assigned by nurse or physician.
* Document rhythm strips as per unit routines during emergency code procedure, or as instructed by nurse or physician.
* Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the Central Monitoring environment by performing housekeeping chores as needed.
* Maintain adequate monitoring supplies such as electrode gel, leads, EKG paper, etc.
* Check the EKG machines, defibrillators and external pacemaker to ensure cleanliness and readiness for use.
* Perform related duties as assigned by Nurse-in-Charge.

Qualifications:

Education:

* High School Graduate/GED or equivalent required. 
* College education desirable. 

Experience:

* No prior experience required, Monitor Technician experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

* Math, and computer skills.
* Works as a team player. 
* Demonstrates respect and professionalism in all interactions.
* Excellent oral and communication skills
* Excellent attention to details
* Decision making and problem solving
* Able to see, hear, read and write in English
* Ability to fully utilize OBH's electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position as required.

Licenses, Certifications:

* Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association, required.
* Basic Arrhythmia or Dysrhythmia Class with Certificate, required.

Physical Requirements:

* Physically demanding, high-stress environment
* Occasional exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
* Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
* Manual and finger dexterity
* Hand and eye coordination
* Sitting, standing, and walking for extensive periods of time
* Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 35 pounds
* Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range
* Frequently sitting at desk working on computer
			

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The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center