Monitor Technician II

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are

committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like
family! Jump-start your career as a Monitor Tech II today with Chippenham
Hospital.

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health,

life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and
programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits
_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._
Come join our team as a Monitor Tech II. We care for our community! Just last
year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to
charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

1.Observes monitors and documents rhythms, strips, documents patient movement

and interactions. Communicates and redirects patients as needed.
# _Performance Criteria:_

1. Charts rhythm strips routinely and as needed and provides rhythm strips

for RN documentation.
2. Recognizes rhythm accurately.
3. Notes changes in patient rhythm and recognizes life threatening
dysrhythmias and responds accordingly.
4. Documents trends as ordered.
5. Documents appropriately on shift report sheet.
6. Verifies alarms promptly and accurately.
7. Utilizes appropriate alarms and verifies settings to provide optimal
patient monitoring.
8. Notes changes in patient movement and recognizes safety risks and responds
accordingly.
9. Documents all patient interactions and communications.
10. Communicates in a professional manner and demonstrates respect for
patient and visitors.
2.Maintains telemetry equipment, monitors and supplies.
# _Performance Criteria:_

1. Communicates with RN to trouble shoot reception issues and proper

placement of leads.
2. Communicates with RN when batteries are low and need to be replaced.
3. Notifies Biomed Department of current or potential problems as needed.
4. Assures adequate paper supplies per shift.
5. Notifies IT Department of current or potential problems as needed.
3.Effectively communicates with all team members including care providers,
families and patients.
# _Performance Criteria:_

1. Provides thorough shift change report.

2. Notifies RN of any rhythm changes when they occur.
3. Keeps up with patients transferring to and from unit and leaving for
procedures to provide constant observation while on the monitor.
4. Notifies care providers of any potential falls risks immediately as they
occur.
4.Proficient in computer and smart phone usage.
# _Performance Criteria:_

1. Understands mouse and keyboard usage.

2. Program launching, closing, minimizing.
3. Knowledge of mobile communication systems (smartphones and VOIP phone
systems).
5.Serves as preceptor for new staff.
# _Performance Criteria:_

1. Follows orientation plan for new monitor technicians.

2. Serves as resource for interdisciplinary team as needed.
3. Updates knowledge of techniques, procedures and regulations annually and
as needed.
_The following accountabilities may be reassigned:_
6.Completes other duties to support departmental operations as assigned or
requested.

# What qualifications you will need:

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:
Required: High school graduate or GED Equivalent required.
Preferred: Completion of basic EKG/Arrhythmia course
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Working knowledge of basic rhythms and arrhythmias.
Preferred: Previous experience as CMT/Cardiac Tech or Monitor Tech
CJW Medical Centeris comprised of Chippenham Hospital and Johnston-Willis
Hospital. We have served the greater Richmond Virginia area for over 100
years. Our campuses offer services in orthopedics, joint care, behavioral
health, cancer care, and neurology. We have been recognized as a top performer
on Key Quality Measures. Our care like family culture extends to our patients,
our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we
join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate
way.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical
Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years,
HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of
charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
> “The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient’s family
> first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth,
> compassion, and dignity for the individual.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
> HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal
growth, we encourage you to apply for our Monitor Tech opening. We promptly
review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews.Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status.
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