Eisenhower Health
Monitor Tech/CPT


Job Objective: A brief overview of the position.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. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports toClinical Director SupervisesN/A Ages of PatientsAdolescent Adult Geriatric Blood Borne PathogensHigh Potential Qualifications EducationRequired: Proof of completion of an EKG ClassPreferred: Medical Terminology Class Licensure/CertificationRequired: California State Certified Phlebotomy Technician Required: American Heart Association BLS in Emergency Room, Resource Nursing Pool and ICU Experience Preferred: 1 year experience as CPT Essential ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates 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. 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. Uses computer correctly for order entry. 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 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. Checks 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. Washes hands before and after patient collection, and disposes of sharps devices according to policy. 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. Other duties as assigned.
Rancho Mirage, CA