Monitor Technician | Leesburg Hospital Telemetry | Full time | Days (3-12's shift)

Overview:

Start building your future at University of Florida Health as a Monitor Technician at Leesburg Hospital located in the heart of Central Florida. The city of Leesburg offers a blend of natural beauty, culture, and a welcoming community to create an exceptional place to live and work. At UF Health, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. We invest in our team members by providing opportunities for career advancement, continuous learning, and meaningful work in a supportive environment. Make UF Health your next career destination.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director and direct supervision of the Charge RN, the Monitor Technician will perform the following job duties:

• Admits and discharges patients from the cardiac monitoring system
• Continuously monitors patients on cardiac telemetry, ensuring accurate surveillance and prompt recognition of rhythm changes.
• Communicates cardiac rhythms and any significant rhythm changes to nursing staff as requested or in accordance with department policy.
• Prints, interprets, and documents cardiac rhythm strips per policy; forwards completed rhythm strips to the Unit Secretary for filing.
• Applies critical thinking skills to effectively monitor patients, manage telemetry equipment, and adjust alarm settings in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots telemetry equipment and reports malfunctions or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensures accurate telemetry billing input and enters other applicable patient charges as required.
• Maintains accurate documentation and adheres to departmental, regulatory, and patient safety standards.

Schedule

FTE: .90 (36 hours/week)

Hours: 6:45am-7:15pm

Days: Variable

Qualifications:

Education

Required: High School Diploma/GED

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required: BLS

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience

Required: Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English