Monitor Technician - Central Monitoring Services

Inpatient Central Monitoring Services (IP CMS)

Inpatient Central Monitoring Services (IP CMS) is a system-based, remote surveillance team that monitors ECG/EKGs, pulse oximetry, and other vital signs.  IP CMS also provides tele-sitting (video monitoring) services.  IP CMS is committed to standardizing and improving telemetry and video monitoring services to improve patient outcomes. 

Status:  Part Time (48 Hours Biweekly)

Schedule:  Evening/Night (6:30 p.m.– 7:00 a.m.)

Weekend Requirement:  Every third weekend (Saturday and Sunday)

Holiday Requirement:  One major, one minor holiday per year

Call Requirement:  No 

Eligible for shift differential

Must be available to orient first six weeks on day schedule (6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) 

Must work a minimum of 24 hours per week on an ongoing, year-round basis; this position is not seasonal or temporary

Position is on site located in York, Pennsylvania

General Summary

Uses specialized software to monitor cardiac rhythms, pulse oximetry, and/or other vital signs as ordered. Communicates routine and unpredicted findings to the direct care providers in a timely manner, as appropriate. Documents findings and notification of findings in the patient's electronic health record.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Monitors assigned patients for changes to baseline cardiac rhythm, oxygenation, or other vital signs as ordered.
• Responds to alarms and/or changes from baseline in a timely manner and communicates changes promptly to direct care staff.
• Documents interpretation of cardiac rhythms and event-associated communications with highest quality.
• Exercises professional levels of verbal and written communications.
• Utilizes a variety of computer applications to handle data as it pertains to telemetry utilization, patient management, patient acuity, etc..
• Efficiently supports the management of telemetry devices at specified entities as applicable.
• Collaborates with the direct care staff to ensure ordered monitoring parameters are accurately and continuously monitored with the least amount of disruption to visualization of waveforms.
• Serves as a resource to others for multiple applications and technology by maintaining knowledge base of such. (e.g., Epic, Microsoft teams, cardiac rhythm monitoring software, technology required to support continuous monitoring, etc.).
• Accurately “enters tickets” for equipment and/or application malfunctions.
• Serves alternate roles that aim to support team members who are actively monitoring patients (assisting with rhythm interpretation, providing break coverage, etc.).

Common Expectations:

• Demonstrates commitment to the ongoing acquisition of knowledge as it pertains to the principles of cardiac dysrhythmias and oxygen saturation related monitoring.
• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable patient safety regulations and precautions; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication to enhance/maintain good relationships. Displays a positive attitude as demonstrated through verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Takes a proactive approach to solving problems or behaviors, and in continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates behavior consistent with System mission, vision, goals, objectives and patient care philosophy.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required

Licenses:

• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician Upon Hire Preferred

Courses and Training:

• Successful completion of EKG course and associated competency exam Upon Hire Required
• Previous training in rhythm analysis and recognition training Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Advanced computer skills and ability to use various software applications in a windows environment.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize competing high priorities
• Basic understanding of medical terminology

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)