Unit Tech (Prn)

Cardiology Telemetry Unit Tech

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Unit Tech/Monitor Tech assumes responsibility for the organization and clerical activities for the nursing unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Works under the direction of the Nurse Manager or the Charge Nurse.

• Communicates appropriately with patients, visitors, and staff, in a timely and efficient manner.

• Performs unit tasks in an effective and timely manner.

• Demonstrates accuracy and efficiency in computer and clerical skills.

• Gathers and distributes clinical data as assigned.

• Orders supplies and maintains nurses' station in an orderly, neat manner.

• Documents legibly according to hospital policy.

• Utilizes equipment appropriately (printer, computer, telephone, fax machine, etc)

• Actively participates in implementation of PI plan.

• Employees in positions involving patient charting and related functions must possess competency in use of technology and computers.

• Assist with ordering and organization of supplies

• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementing the unit PI plan.

• Demonstrates an awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals.

• Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.

• Follows established hospital/department safety policies.

• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities including sitting, standing and walking. Bending, stooping, and lifting is minimal.

• The work environment may be physically confining.

• Normal hearing or the use of adaptive hearing devices to enhance hearing required.

• Visual acuity required for a variety of activities.

• Must be able to sit and utilize PC for long periods of time.

• Good manual dexterity required for keyboard activities.

• Ability to do shift work as required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.