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Naphcare, Inc.

Observer

Wetumpka, AL · On-site

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Observer (PRN) to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama. As a Correctional ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Observer

Wetumpka, AL

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Observer (PRN) to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama. As a Correctional ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Observer

Elmore, AL

NaphCare is hiring a Observer to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Staton/Elmore Correctional Facility in Elmore, Alabama. As a Correctional Observer ...

NaphCare

Observer

Wetumpka, AL

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Observer (PRN) to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama. As a Correctional ...

NaphCare

Observer

Elmore, AL · On-site

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore, Alabama. As a ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Observer

Elmore, AL · On-site

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore, Alabama. As a ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Observer

Wetumpka, AL · On-site

Overview NaphCare is hiring a Observer (PRN) to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Alabama. As a Correctional ...

Prisma Health

Patient Observer

Greer, SC · On-site

Job Summary Assumes responsibility for constant observation and ensures patient's safety while ... NA Work Shift Variable (United States of America) Location Greer Medical Campus Facility 1004 Greer ...

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Medical Observers are individuals, often international medical graduates or students, who participate in clinical observation experiences within healthcare settings. They do not have direct patient care responsibilities but instead observe patient care practices, attend lectures, and learn about the healthcare system. This experience helps them gain insight into medical practices, improve their understanding of clinical protocols, and prepare for future medical training or residency applications. Medical observing is typically a short-term, educational opportunity and does not grant any clinical privileges or licensure.

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As a Medical Observer, your primary responsibility is to objectively monitor clinical trials or medical procedures to ensure adherence to protocols, regulatory guidelines, and patient safety standards. You will often take detailed notes, observe team interactions, and report on compliance issues or deviations. The role involves close collaboration with clinical staff, researchers, and regulatory bodies, but you remain independent from direct patient care to maintain impartiality. This position requires keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain unbiased in your observations.

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A Medical Observer typically requires a strong background in healthcare, proficiency in clinical protocols, and an understanding of patient care standards, often supported by a medical or nursing degree. Familiarity with medical documentation systems, incident reporting tools, and relevant health and safety regulations is essential. Attention to detail, strong observational skills, and effective communication make a Medical Observer stand out in accurately monitoring and reporting clinical practices. These skills ensure that patient safety is maintained, compliance is achieved, and quality of care is continuously improved.
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Lead Virtual Monitor Technician - Medical Observer - Full Time Nights

Lead Virtual Monitor Technician - Medical Observer - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System

Gainesville, GA • On-site, Remote

$41K - $53K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Northeast Georgia Health System rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 148 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

223rd of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Category:
Clinical Support
Work Shift/Schedule:
12 Hr Evening - Morning
Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
About the Role:
Job Summary
The Lead Virtual Monitor Tech provides support for the Virtual Monitoring Unit and Medical Observers through the effective coordination of technician/medical observer tasks and responsibilities throughout the shift. Actively maintains an environment that is conducive to patient monitoring and prioritizes patient safety. Identifies barriers related to patient monitoring and safety and promptly takes the appropriate actions needed to escalate concerns. Actively seeks ways to maintain effective workflow, promote team collaboration, and prioritize the safety of the patients.
Minimum Job Qualifications
  • Licensure or other certifications:
  • Educational Requirements: High School Diploma
  • Minimum Experience: One year of relevant clinical experience in a health care setting.
  • Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Preferred Licensure or other certifications:
  • Preferred Educational Requirements:
  • Preferred Experience:
  • Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Above average interpersonal skills and communication skills
  • Proficiency in all areas of Technician-Virtual Monitoring Unit Medical Observer job responsibilities
  • Comprehension and comfort with computers, audiovisual equipment, and advancing technology
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload
  • Demonstrates ability to effectively lead and encourage staff

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Functions as Virtual Monitoring Technician and Medical Observer as needed
  • Confirms need to initiate or discontinue virtual monitoring or bedside monitoring with shift primary nurse. Promptly initiates or discontinues virtual monitoring of patients via the hub.
  • Coordinates and provides break coverage for the virtual monitor technicians.
  • Recognizes when concerns or barriers should be escalated to nursing leadership.
  • Communicates with nursing leadership to identify and request support in overcoming barriers related to patient safety and monitoring.
  • Listens to concerns from staff and effectively communicates with the charge nurses of the nursing units to determine a resolution, as appropriate.
  • Reviews patients being monitored by VMU and sends a shift report to the individual nursing units.
  • Ensures all equipment is working appropriately. Reports equipment issues promptly
  • Report and request support from the IT help desk or third party contractor for support in resolving technical issues.
  • Maintains an organized environment that prioritizes patient safety and promotes staff collaboration.
  • Provides effective hand off to the next Lead Technician, including any issues or concerns that have been identified.
  • Confirms that each technician has given effective hand off report prior to leaving.
  • Other duties may be required as business needs determine

Physical Demands
  • Weight Lifted: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
  • Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
  • Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time
  • Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% of time
  • Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30% of time
  • Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% of time
  • Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% of time
  • Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.
NGHS: Opportunities start here.
Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a not-for-profit community health system dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of the people of Northeast Georgia. Through the services of a medical staff of more than 800 physicians, the residents of Northeast Georgia enjoy access to the state’s finest and most comprehensive medical services. It is our mission to improve the health of our community in all we do.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Gainesville, GA, US

Year founded

1951

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