Unit Associate / Monitor Technician, Per Diem, Night Shift

• Centered in beautiful Southern California, Adventist Health Simi Valley has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1965.
• We are comprised of a 144-bed hospital, home care services and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Ventura County.
• Simi Valley is a suburban area nestled between an urban oasis and the stunning shores of the Pacific Ocean.
• Bordering Los Angeles allows hiking in the morning and attending film premieres in the evening.
• Job Summary: Greets and directs visitors.
• Prepares and maintains medical records.
• Responds to patient requests for assistance.
• Provides information to patients, families, and physicians.
• Provides other clerical support to nursing team as required.
• Monitors cardiac rhythms of patients on telemetric equipment.
• Interprets basic cardiac rhythms, common dysrhythmia and monitor mechanical malfunctions.
• Reads, interprets and relays pertinent information regarding the cardiac monitors to the appropriate personnel.
• Provides clerical support.
• Keeps unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated.
• Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred One year's relevant experience: Preferred Cardiac Rhythm Recognition coursework: Preferred Critical Care Dysrhythmia electrocardiogram (EKG) coursework: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required Essential Functions: Monitors electrocardiogram (EKG) continuously, documents arrhythmia and reports significant changes to physician.
• Performs a variety clerical duties including routing patient reports.
• Performs electrocardiograms (EKGs) and holter monitor replacements in a variety of settings.
• Maintains equipment including cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, phototherapy lights, mist tents and Dinamap.
• Checks patient supplies, i.e., telemetry batteries, electrodes, pouches, etc., weekly and orders when necessary.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients.
• Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable.
• Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.