Monitor Technician
Asante
Job Description
Salary: The typical starting range is $21.20 to $26.50, depending on years of relevant experience.
As a Monitor Tech At Asante, You Will Also Make Extra Money Per Hour (shift Differentials) When Working Night, Swing, And Weekend Hours
- $2.15 extra per hour between 11:00pm and 7:00am (Nights)
- $1.27 extra per hour between 3:00pm and 11:00pm (Swing Shift)
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$1.10 extra per hour for weekend shifts
The Cardiac Monitor Tech is responsible for the unit’s clerical duties, transcription of orders, communication of information and requisition of supplies and equipment. Additional responsibilities include monitoring, documenting and interpreting EKG rhythms and/or hemodynamic lines for assigned patients on the unit under the direction of the RN, LPN, Physician or Physician Assistant. Related responsibilities include documenting and reporting EKG abnormalities, changes, or concerns to the appropriate staff member.
Position Qualifications
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience demonstrating ability to effectively communicate as needed for the position is required.
- Successful Completion of a Basic Cardiac Rhythms course and/or the ability to pass Asante’s Basic Cardiac Rhythms test is required.
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Clerical, reception, or other healthcare-related experience, preferred.
- Computer and typing skills.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to react calmly in emergency situations.
- Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize workload.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients.
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Flexibility in arranging work schedule, preferred.
If You Have An Interest In Being Eligible For This Position, Below Is a Link For a Recommended Online Basic Cardiac Rhythms Course
https://learn-cardionursing.docebosaas.com/learn/course/external/view/elearning/73/basic-cardiac-arrhythmia-interpretation-certificate-course-145-hours-for-non-nurse-healthcare-providers
If you have completed the recommended course noted above, or any other online Basic Cardiac Rhythms course, you will still need to challenge and pass Asante’s Basic Cardiac Rhythms test in order to qualify for the position.
Working Environment
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Most shifts are 10 - 12 hours (depending on the unit) and will include long periods of sitting, watching monitors and working on a computer.
- Earn a competitive and progressive salary.
- Benefit from health plans that are focused on health and wellness including medical, dental, vision and wellness beginning within 30 days of hire.
- Plan for your future with a retirement package that includes up to 6% employer contribution.
- Experience a healthy work-life balance with our generous earned time off (ETO).
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Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment plans.
- Competitive starting wage.
- An additional 15% on top of the base hourly rate (if not an employee already in a benefited position).
- Benefit option available through the Asante Flexible Workforce plan.
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Excellent retirement package with up to a 6% employer contribution.
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Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.