Per Diem Cardiac Monitor (EKG) Tech - Emergency Department - Santa Monica

This position serves primarily as a Monitor Tech to remotely monitor 5-lead electrocardiogram (EKG) activities on patients in the SMM ED, under the supervision of charge nurse.

The EKG MT is responsible for continuous monitoring of EKG, pulse oximetry, respiratory rate (RR), and end-tidal CO₂at the Central Monitor Station. Must be able to recognize EKG components, interpret basic arrhythmias and discern ST-segment changes and QT prolongation. Identify actionable audio and visual alarms. Effectively articulate age-specific changes of EKG, RR, and pulse oximeter readings to RNs and/or physicians in a timely manner. Document and perform hand-off report census reconciliation, patient's EKG activities, and equipment inventory. Maintain the Equipment Malfunction Log. Take proper chain of command to notify malfunctioning equipment.

*Position may convert to Career*

Salary: $34.03 - $34.03 Hourly

We're seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with:

• EKG certificate or certification, highly preferred
• Associate degree or diploma, preferred
  
• Experience in 5-lead EKG monitoring using Phillips monitor, preferred