Ward Clerk/Monitor Technician - Med/Surg & ICU - Days - Full-time

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth. POSITION OVERVIEW: Works with RN and other nursing staff to indirectly care for patients in the Hospital from admission to discharge. Responsible for on-going surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms including lethal cardiac rhythms. Performs clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information from Central Telemetry. Answers telephone and communicates clearly when receiving information from units or providers. Uses clear and complete communication with unit personnel when delivering information about changes in patient rhythm and other unit activities. Performs duties in fast paced environment with prioritization and organization of work assignments, adjusting priorities based on changing situations. Other duties include ordering, replacing, collaborating in reporting and replacing defective equipment, entering charges and assisting patients and visitors as needed. Receives direction from: Nurses, Providers, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, DON. EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Successful completion of the basic dysrhythmia test with a minimum of 90% accuracy, identifying all lethal rhythms with 100% accuracy by completion of orientation EXPERIENCE:
• One (1) year of experience in acute care, preferred
• More than one (1) year of monitor tech experience, preferred KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Medical Terminology
• Basic anatomy/physiology of the heart and cardiac rhythms
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Keyboarding skills
• Basic office skills
• Basic patient care
• Basic cardiac rhythms
• bility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clinicians and other health team professionals.
• Ability to accept responsibility for accuracy and response times to emergent and non-emergent requests
• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position NOTICE OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
• Criminal background check
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening ABOUT US: In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology. ABOUT GREAT FALLS: Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law. At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth. POSITION OVERVIEW: Works with RN and other nursing staff to indirectly care for patients in the Hospital from admission to discharge. Responsible for on-going surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms including lethal cardiac rhythms. Performs clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information from Central Telemetry. Answers telephone and communicates clearly when receiving information from units or providers. Uses clear and complete communication with unit personnel when delivering information about changes in patient rhythm and other unit activities. Performs duties in fast paced environment with prioritization and organization of work assignments, adjusting priorities based on changing situations. Other duties include ordering, replacing, collaborating in reporting and replacing defective equipment, entering charges and assisting patients and visitors as needed. Receives direction from: Nurses, Providers, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, DON. EDUCATION:
• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Successful completion of the basic dysrhythmia test with a minimum of 90% accuracy, identifying all lethal rhythms with 100% accuracy by completion of orientation EXPERIENCE:
• One (1) year of experience in acute care, preferred
• More than one (1) year of monitor tech experience, preferred KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Medical Terminology
• Basic anatomy/physiology of the heart and cardiac rhythms
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Keyboarding skills
• Basic office skills
• Basic patient care
• Basic cardiac rhythms
• bility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clinicians and other health team professionals.
• Ability to accept responsibility for accuracy and response times to emergent and non-emergent requests
• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position NOTICE OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
• Criminal background check
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening ABOUT US: In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology. ABOUT GREAT FALLS: Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Apply tot his job

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