Monitor Technician PRN (as needed)

Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: PRN Shift: Night (United States of America) Address: 120 N OAK ST City: HINSDALE State: Illinois Postal Code: 60521 Job Description: • Minimum shifts required are 6 shifts in 6 weeks. The shifts will be 645pm-715am. Demonstrates behavior that aligns with the company's core values. • Documents in accordance with department policy and maintain telemetry logbook. • Observes monitors, recognizing and documenting normal and abnormal EKG patterns, and promptly notify nursing staff of any abnormalities. • Maintains monitor alarms per policy, verifies that alarms are set and audible every shift, and troubleshoots monitors as needed. •Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities, demonstrating accurate documentation and monitoring of activities, and supporting departmental quality standards and initiatives. Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills, performing other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or unit. Maintains telemetry printout during cardiac arrest and as indicated. Ensures effective communication with the healthcare team regarding patient status and any changes observed. Other duties as assigned. Assists in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring equipment is properly sanitized and stored. Participates in ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices and departmental procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Monitor technician experience or successful completion of AdventHealth Monitor Technician training program or equivalent. [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English. [Required]
• Proficiency in the English language. [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required]
• Pleasant telephone manner and organizational skills. [Required]
• Ability to work with patients/public in potentially difficult situations. [Required]
• Completion of basic arrhythmias identification course in orientation. [Required]
• Good oral, written, and communication skills. [Required]
• Ability to continuously prioritize multiple duties. [Required]
• Familiar with medical terminology and arrhythmia identification. [Required]
• Ability to quickly learn and successfully complete a competency skill check off list within 90 days of employment. [Required]
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible workweek including weekends, nights, and overtime as required. [Required]
• Customer service skills. [Required]
• Demonstrates a specialized level of knowledge and thorough understandings of practices/procedures related to hospital nursing practices, telemetry monitor, and infection control procedures. [Required]
• Basic knowledge of computer use or willingness to learn. [Required]
• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs of the patient populations served within the department. [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively. [Required]
• Accurate typing skills. [Required]
• Neat and legible handwriting. [Required]
• Successfully complete Virtual Patient Observation training. [Required]
• Verbal interpersonal skills. [Required]
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions. [Required]
• Keyboarding and basic clerical skills. [Required]
• Basic EKG class or equivalent knowledge. [Required]

Education:
• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Field of Study:
• N/A

Work Experience:
• 1+ monitor tech experience [Preferred]
• Medical terminology [Preferred]

Additional Information:
• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - Pay Range: $17.17 - $27.46 This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs

At AdventHealth, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ is our mission. It calls us to be His hands and feet in helping people feel whole. Our story is one of hope — one that strives to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. More than 100,000 skilled and compassionate caregivers in physician practices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and hospice centers provide individualized, wholistic care.Our Christian mission, shared vision, common values and focus on whole-person health is our commitment to making communities healthier with a unified system: 51 hospital campuses and hundreds of care sites in diverse markets throughout nine states.

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