What are the responsibilities and job description for the Monitor Tech Lead - Cardiac Monitoring - Nights position at Integris Health?
INTEGRIS Health Canadian Valley, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Monitor Tech Lead in Yukon, Oklahoma. In this position, you’ll work nights 7p - 7a with our Cardiac Monitoring team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today and learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as, front loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.
The Lead Monitor Technician monitors performance of unit, provides assistance to staff members and serves as a resource for technical or work challenges. 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 Lead responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: * Supervises department staff, including hiring, scheduling, evaluating performance and competency, and conducting disciplinary/counseling sessions as needed * 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 monitoring equipment *Monitors supply usage and deficiencies and reports to manager of need to re-order. *Effectively communicates with other departments in an effort to resolve issues ensuring efficient and optimal patient care outcomes. The Monitor Technician Lead reports to the director or manager of the department. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Consistently viewing monitor screens for up to four hours at a time (and up to 8 hours per day). Occasional exposure to blood and body fluids. Exposed to constant interruptions in performance of office duties. Daily exposed to corrosive disinfectants when cleansing equipment for entry and exit of surgery or isolation areas. May be required to work a variety of shifts. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
* 1 year Monitor Technician experience preferred. * Completion and passing score of Basic ECG Interpretation course or equivalent; or 6 months prior ECG experience. * Must be able to communicate effectively in English
