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Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech - 4th Floor Med/Surg - Per Diem 12 Hour Night Shift (Union)

University of Southern California

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Part Time On Site 0-2 yrs$28 / HOURPosted 10 days ago

Location

Glendale, California

Salary

$28 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician is responsible for performing clerical and communication functions on the assigned nursing unit, including providing courteous reception. This role also involves monitoring patients for arrhythmias and alerting appropriate personnel as necessary while coordinating activities for patient care.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and have completed an EKG or Rhythm interpretation course. A minimum of one year of current experience as a Unit Secretary and Monitor Tech in an acute care setting is preferred, along with effective English communication and basic computer skills.

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Job description

The Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician performs clerical, and communication functions on assigned nursing unit.
S/he monitors patients for arrhythmias and alerts proper personnel as needed.
She/he provides courteous reception on the nursing unit and coordinates activities for patient care.
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience Completion of a EKG or Rhythm interpretation course Minimum Experience/Knowledge: Minimum of one (1) year current experience as a Unit Secretary and Monitor Tech in an acute care preferred Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Data entry computer skills Required License/Certification: Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) card from the American Heart Association.
ED/Geropsych: AB 508 Certification (if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire EKG course required.
Successful candidate must pass rhythm recognition exam As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center.
With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services.
Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
The hourly rate for this position is $29.13.
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USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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