Monitor Tech/CPT

Job Objective:

Performs basic secretarial and clerical/computer skills, order entry, ordering and storing of clerical and clinical supplies, and phone answering. Interprets rhythm strips and dysrhythmias; performs venipuncture.

Job Description:

Education:

Required: Proof of completion of an EKG Class within ninety (90) days of hire
Preferred: Medical Terminology Class

Licensure/Certification:

Required: California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT); American Heart Association BLS

Experience:

Preferred: Phlebotomy experience

Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Performs phlebotomy for assigned patients.
• Performs point-of-care glucose testing for assigned patients.
• Enters physician orders.
• Stat orders relayed to nursing in a timely manner.
• Performs 24-hour checks to assure correct transcription of physician orders by others.
• Orders preps and tests per guidelines to include: initiating NPO, correct sequencing of tests, change in diet, etc.
• Prepares charts for admission, transfer, and discharge per Medical Record Policy: Chart order is correct, charts are thinned appropriately, and all pages are addressographed appropriately.
• Notifies admitting regarding ADT.
• Completes order entry correctly; places computer order number on physician order sheet as needed.
• Coordinates ordering unit supplies as directed; aids in keeping unit and supplies orderly.
• Assists nursing staff with tasks and procedures as designated, such as setting up rooms for admits.
• Prepares Registered Nurse (RN) worksheets and phones.
• Documents correct and accurate information on daily census and White Boards.
• Initiates solutions to unit needs without prompting such as taking part in computer projects, maintenance of bulletin boards and distribution of mail.
• Interprets rhythm strips accurately; documents rhythm strips according to existing hospital guidelines; communicates in a timely manner all rhythm changes and dysrhythmias to RN.
• Re-stocks procedure carts after use; checks procedure carts for intact lock each shift and expirations on procedure carts once a month.
• Performs venipuncture in accordance with phlebotomy and identification and labeling procedures, utilizing Mobile Care Phlebotomy system at bedside to ensure patient safety.
• Collects patient specimens requiring special collection procedures, and utilizes resources available to assist with such.
• Observes all isolation precautions and regulations when collecting specimens from isolation patients.
• Performs point of care glucose monitoring as directed by RN.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Skils:

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Fine motor skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
• Ability to create a welcoming environment for patients and visitors, demonstrating empathy and respect in all interactions