Video Monitoring Tech in Corvallis, Oregon at Samaritan Health Services
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Job Description
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. Verbally redirects patient from engaging in at risk behaviors. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Is knowledgeable and supportive of patient and institutional confidentiality.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The VMT department specializes in the monitoring of acutely ill patients that require continuous visual safety monitoring. VMT patients are given the highest standards of professional care by specialty trained staff. The VMT system is comprised of mobile room units, server software and monitor station software.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Experience in a hospital environment preferred.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a nonjudgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
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Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
KNEEL (on knees)
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
REACH - Upward
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD at waist
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand/Fist
None specified
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