Telemetry Monitor Technician

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Bitche; Vor Ort; EUR 24.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Education Assistance

Shift Differentials

Zusammenfassung

Intermountain Health in Denver, CO, is seeking a Telemetry Technician for full-time night shifts (6PM–6:30AM) in the Non-invasive Cardiology unit. You will monitor patient cardiac rhythms, interpret ECG data, and support the RN with telemetry duties.

This role requires Basic Rhythm Certification, BLS-HCP within 60 days, and the ability to document ECG data accurately. We offer shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• Basic Rhythm Certification required within 90 days of hire
• Must pass a basic dysrhythmia test prior to completion of orientation
• BLS-HCP Certification required within 60 days of hire or on hire

Aufgaben

• Monitor cardiac rhythms continuously and ensure accurate ECG readings.
• Interpret ECG data and report changes to RN promptly.
• Prepare, maintain, and clean telemetry equipment and leads.
• Document ECG data in patient records for multidisciplinary review.
• Track patient locations and ensure ECG rhythm visibility after transport.
• Perform crash cart checks at shift start to ensure availability and functionality.
• Provide continuity of care by sharing ECG history with incoming staff.
• Assist in training new associates on telemetry monitoring.
• Maintain admission/discharge logbooks for patient care continuity.
• Maintain portable telemetry equipment logs.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Patient Care

Communication

Telemetry Monitoring

Documentations

Patient Care Coordination

Medical Records Management

Computer Literacy

Equipment Management

Cleaning

Ausbildung

Basic Rhythm Certification

BLS-HCP Certification

Dysrhythmia assessment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The Telemetry Technician, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), is responsible for facilitating the telemetry monitoring of patients on a shift-to-shift basis.

*FULL-TIME NIGHTS NEEDED*

Job Specifics

• Benefits Eligible: Yes; Medical, Dental, Vision, Education Assistance.
• Shift Details: Full-time Night shift needed, 6PM-6:30AM, weekend and holiday requirements
• Department/Unit: Non-invasive Cardiology
• Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Essential Functions

• Monitor Cardiac Rhythms: Continuously observe patient cardiac rhythms and ensure accurate ECG readings are maintained.
• Interpret ECG Data: Accurately interpret and report changes in ECG rhythms to the registered nurse promptly.
• Telemetry Equipment Management: Prepare, maintain, and clean telemetry equipment, including replacing batteries and ECG leads prior to patient admission and post-discharge.
• Documentation: Accurately document ECG data, including rate, rhythm, and interval measurements, in patient records to communicate ECG history for multidisciplinary review.
• Patient Tracking: Assist in tracking patient locations during off-monitor procedures, including those requiring transport to other departments, and ensure ECG rhythm visualization upon patient return.
• Crash Cart Maintenance: Implement crash cart checks as required by the facility at the beginning of each shift to ensure availability and functionality.
• Continuity of Care: Provide comprehensive patient ECG history to incoming monitor technicians to ensure seamless care transitions.
• Training and Mentorship: Assist in training new associates by sharing knowledge and skills related to telemetry monitoring and procedures.
• Admission/Discharge Log: Maintain admission and discharge logbooks to provide a backup database and support patient care continuity as required by the facility.
• Equipment Log: Maintain equipment logbooks for portable telemetry equipment as required by the facility.

Skills

• Teamwork
• Patient Care
• Communication
• Telemetry Monitoring
• Documentations
• Patient Care Coordination
• Medical Records Management
• Computer Literacy
• Equipment Management
• Cleaning

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Rhythm Certification, required within 90 days of hire/transfer into job as required by facility
• Must pass a basic dysrhythmia test prior to completion of orientation
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) Certification upon hire or obtained within 60 days of hire with prior approval

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting
• Previous customer service experience

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Saint Joseph Hospital

Work City

Denver

Work State

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$19.50 - $26.48

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

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