Monitor Technician / Unit Secretary - ICU

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Organization:

SCH-Sutter Coast Hospital

Position Overview:

Responsible for providing clerical support to the assigned nursing unit and physician staff. Provides clerical support as part of a customer-focused, service oriented team that incorporates the values of Sutter Health in a confidential environment.This position is trained and/or certified in basic cardiac monitoring and provides continuous observation of all department cardiac rhythms and reports changes to the appropriate health care staff. Responsible for chart management, data collection, forms management, order and results processing, in addition to processing admissions/ discharges/transfers and departmental communication, as required. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider within 30 days

EKG-EKG Certification within 30 days

OR

CCT (CCI) - Certified Cardiographic Technician within 30 days

OR

CRAT (CCI) - Cardiac Rhythm Analysis Technician within 30 days

OR

Demonstrated understanding of the heart's electrical system and ability to differentiate EKG rhythms through successful completion and passing of competency testing within eight weeks (determined by the hiring manager)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, various medical terminology, views, and equipment.

Ability to recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action.

Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.

Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.

Advanced knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.

Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $25.00 to $35.00 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.