Virtual Monitor Technician – Medical Observer

Northeast Georgia Health System

. Provide one-to-one observation for patients with suicidal/homicidal ideations, psychiatric illness, child-abuse or drug-abuse risk, confusion, or behavior problems .

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeGainesville • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to provide constant observation for patients with psychiatric risks while maintaining professional detachment and accurate documentation. Capable of effectively communicating and reporting critical changes in patient status to nursing staff.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patient ObservationDocumentation SkillsCommunication SkillsProfessional DetachmentJudgment and Adaptability

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Hard Skills

Patient Condition DocumentationObservation of Behavior ChangesReporting of Suicidal GesturesMaintaining Safe EnvironmentLifting and Carrying Up to 20 lbs

Soft Skills

Good CommunicationAlertnessAdaptabilityJudgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Observer Training

Industry Keywords

Psychiatric IllnessSuicidal IdeationsHomicidal IdeationsBehavior ProblemsHealth Care Facility Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide one-to-one observation for patients with suicidal/homicidal ideations, psychiatric illness, child-abuse or drug-abuse risk, confusion, or behavior problems
Perform no direct care activities
Maintain constant eye contact with the patient and never leave the patient alone, including in the bathroom
Observe and immediately report suicidal/homicidal gestures or threats, behavior changes, and changes in patient status to licensed or nursing staff
Keep the environment free of harmful items such as glass, knives, and belts
Prevent family members or friends from bringing outside items, including food, without nursing staff approval
Maintain professional detachment and do not provide advice or counseling
Notify nursing staff immediately whenever assistance is needed
Maintain required documentation/flow sheets concerning the patient's condition and reason for observation

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Successful completion of the required training for Medical Observers at NGHS prior to beginning the role
Good communication skills
Ability to remain within constant eye contact of the patient at all times
Ability to remain alert, adaptable and exercise good judgment
Ability to observe and immediately report suicidal/homicidal gestures, threats, behavior changes, or changes in patient status
Ability to keep the patient environment free of harmful items
Ability to maintain professional detachment and refrain from offering advice or counseling
Ability to maintain required patient-condition documentation/flow sheets
Ability to read, write, reason, talk, and keyboard
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs frequently
Preferred: One (1) year of experience in a health care facility as a Sitter, Clinical Tech, or Unit Assistant

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer commitment and nondiscrimination protections
Opportunities for employee development and goal achievement
Required training for Medical Observers at NGHS prior to beginning the role