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Job Location drjobs

Salinas - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 4835 - 6600

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position Description

Application materials will be reviewed on an as-needed basis until the positions are filled. Please allow (2) weeks for screening of applications. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future temporary and permanent positions as vacancies arise (Postmarks and faxes not accepted).Exam #25/50U51/06SS.


POSITION DESCRIPTION
Natividad is currently accepting applications for Telemetry Technician positions in the Medical Surgical/Intermediate Care Unit. The incumbent will work under general supervision observe moving EKG screen interpret rhythm strips document rhythms and dysrhythmias and report abnormalities to the appropriate person. Incumbents in this class are distinguished from the class of Nursing Assistant in that they perform duties which require specialized training in dysrhythmia detection under the supervision of a Staff Nurse.

Examples of Duties

THE SIGNIFICANT DUTIES OF THE POSITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:
  • Maintain adjust calibrate and operate equipment used to assess cardiac activity and/or equipment used in the monitoring of cardiac arrhythmia.
  • Obtain vital signs as ordered; has knowledge of normal values and reports abnormal values to licensed staff
  • Identify normal rhythms and dysrhythmias; mount strips.
  • Accurately measure rhythm strips i.e. pp interval ORS ST character and rate.
  • Identify dysrhythmias requiring treatment.
  • Recognize emergency situations and respond according to NMC policy and procedures.
  • Identify interruption of monitoring signals and reports problems to licensed staff assigned to the patient.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Will have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge skills and abilities:

Knowledge of:
  • Various medical supplies instruments and equipment used in monitoring cardiac dysrhythmia in a medical facility.
  • Universal precautions for handling blood and body fluids.
Skill and Ability to:
  • Assist physicians nurses and nursing staff with procedures in the assigned specialized area.
  • Work cooperatively effectively and calmly in emergency medical situations.
  • Organize and maintain clinical and procedural records and charts.
  • Observe and record observations of patients EKG rhythms and notate any changes.
  • Communicate clearly and proficiently both orally an in writing at a level necessary to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.
  • Work cooperatively with physicians nurses patients and staff. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Obtain required CPR certification.

An example of a way the requirements listed above might be acquired is:

EDUCATION: Successful completion of an arrhythmia recognition course or successful completion of a certified nursing assistant/licensed vocational nurse program.

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
  • Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.
  • Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
  • Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven and clean driving record.
  • Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid CA Driver License or CA State ID prior to the first day of work.
  • Incumbents may be required to work all shifts including weekends and holidays;
  • Incumbents may be required to work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances
**REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS AND SCREENING PROCESS**

The screening process is tentative. Should a change be made applicants will be notified. The competitive process includes:

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: A completed Monterey County Application may be obtained from and submitted to the Natividad Human Resources Office 1441 Constitution Blvd. Bldg. 300 Salinas CA. 93906 or On-line applications may be submitted at ; resume and license and/or certifications (if applicable) may be attached to your online application or emailed separately to:. Resumes will be accepted in addition to but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to obtain regular paper application materials please contact the Natividad HR 1441 Constitution Blvd. M - F 7:30 a.m.- 5:00p.m.

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: All licenses/certificates will be verified via primary source. Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated.Please note: The initial screening for this position uses ONLY the applicants answers to the Supplemental Questions. Screeners (who are Subject Matter Experts) are not given the application and/or resumes at this point in the process. Therefore your answers to the Supplemental Questions are critical. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.

QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT: To further assess applicants possession of required qualifications this process may include an oral examination pre-exam exercise performance exam or physical ability exam.

ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

SPECIAL NOTES
  • If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation please contact the HR Analyst for Natividad at .
  • Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
  • If you are hired into this classification in a temporary/per-diem position your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for benefits.


Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

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