Monitor Technician at Texas Children's Careers

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Telemetry Equipment, EKG Interpretation, Patient Monitoring, Clerical Assistance, Medical Records Management, Order Communication, Charge Posting, Ancillary Testing Coordination, Problem-Solving, Documentation, Patient Interaction, Rhythm Status Reporting, Log Maintenance, Observation Skills, Team Collaboration, Communication Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are searching for a Monitor Technician-someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you’ll manage telemetry equipment and monitor patients. You will provide clerical assistance, medical records management, order communication, charge posting, and coordinate ancillary testing/procedures. Think you have what it takes? As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Job Duties & Responsibilities Demonstrate problem-solving skills with telemetry equipment as daily measured by observation and documentation Act as a resource to telemetry equipment Demonstrate accurate interpretation of EKG patterns as measured through daily observation by charge nurse and/or physician review with less than two exceptions annually (measured according to difficulty in interpretation). Identifies any changes in patient’s monitored rhythm accurately and immediately as measured by review of log by charge nurse and/or physician with less than two exceptions annually. Obtains and gives report to appropriate charge nurse and/or nurse every shift regarding patients rhythm status as measured through documentation Positively interacts with other members of the health care team, in order to meet the needs of the patient and family Pulls and documents appropriate information (patients name, diagnosis, reason for telemetry, and rhythm) every two hours on telemetry log as measured through documentation Maintain visitor log and entry logs Requirements: A high school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Training in age appropriate EKG interpretation and experience as a Monitor Technician 2,Twelve hour shifts per week, 2 weekends per every 4 weeks. Scheduled 8 weeks in advance.

Responsibilities

The Monitor Technician will manage telemetry equipment and monitor patients, providing necessary reports and documentation. They will also interact positively with healthcare team members to meet patient and family needs.