Unit Clerk/Monitor Tech

Halifax Health is seeking a Unit Clerk/Monitor Tech for the 4N Telemetry Unit.

The Unit Clerk/Monitor Tech performs clerical and receptionist duties on assigned unit. This individual is responsible for recognition and posting of monitor rhythms, and is responsible for operation and daily maintenance of monitor equipment.

• Enters physician orders into the computer accurately and efficiently; ensures orders are being entered using correct patient name, medical record number and visit number.
• Establishes priority of unit needs.
• Assists with orientation of new unit clerks
• Works harmoniously with other licensed and non-licensed staff
• Cleans and stores telemetry equipment when not in use.
• Reports to work at scheduled starting time
• Knowledge of medical terminology and/or unit secretary certification preferred
• Notifies RN immediately of any change in patient cardiac rhythm
• Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates a positive self-image
• Uses effective and appropriate communication skills.
• Collaborates with Biomedical Department regarding proper maintenance and functioning of equipment.
• Completes annual education
• Must possess effective communication skills with unit staff and other departments
• Presents a positive attitude and demeanor
• Assembles and maintains patient's chart; ensures all paperwork in chart has correct patient label.
• Responds to all monitor alarms and
• Follows legal and ethical guidelines in handling patient information
• Is aware of role in all emergency situations.
• Greets patient, visitor, physician and other hospital personnel in a courteous, friendly manner.
• Successful completion of the Basic ECG Recognition Exam for Unit Clerks
• Obtains a sample of the alarm rhythm and places in appropriate section of the chart.
• Orders unit supplies and chart forms
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Prints a readable sample of the patient's rhythm per the unit policy and places in the appropriate section of the chart.
• Demonstrates professional development and accountability
• Notifies RN, Charge RN, Coordinator or Manager as necessary
• Attends unit in-services, staffing meetings and required hospital in-services
• Performs as an effective Team Member
• Ensures that all alarms are active.
• Must possess basic computer skills or ability to learn and use hospital system
• Admits, discharges and transfers patients on the monitoring equipment appropriately.
• Once the patient is placed on cardiac monitoring, ensures that all patients are being monitored while on the unit.

Recognized as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ in the United States by IBM Watson Health™, Halifax Health serves Volusia and Flagler counties, providing a continuum of health care services through a network of organizations including a tertiary hospital, two community hospitals, urgent care clinics, psychiatric services, a cancer treatment center with five outreach locations, the area’s largest hospice, a center for inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, primary care walk-in clinics, a clinic specializing in women’s health, a pediatric care community clinic, five pediatric medical practices, a home health care agency and an exclusive provider organization. Halifax Health offers the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC), Center for Transplant Services, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Services, complete Neurosurgical Services, OB Emergency Department and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit that cares for babies born earlier than 28 weeks. For more information, visit halifaxhealth.org.