Acute Care Tech I– Telemetry Unit- PRN

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for career support

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking an Acute Care Tech I for the 4100 Telemetry Unit. The position involves performing basic patient care tasks and requires a BLS certification. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills and the capability to observe cardiac monitors.

The role is on-site at Bethesda North Hospital, focusing on patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. TriHealth offers a supportive environment with continuous learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of high school education.
• Age 17 with work permit.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care tasks under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment and report hazards.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Effective communication

Ability to observe and interpret cardiac monitors

Education

High school education (2 years)

Job description

Acute Care Tech I – 4100 Telemetry Unit

Requisition ID: 308772

Location: Bethesda North Hospital – 10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

Job Type: Prn/Optional – Days (6:30am–7:00pm)

About TriHealth & This Role

The 4100 Telemetry Unit at Bethesda North Hospital is a 38‑bed stroke‑certified unit specializing in care for patients with complex cardiovascular and neurovascular conditions. The unit offers comprehensive care for individuals with arrhythmias, heart failure (including an upcoming LVAD program), and those undergoing procedures such as pre/post cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology interventions, and structural heart procedures including WATCHMAN and MitraClip. The Telemetry Unit focuses on chronic heart conditions such as congestive heart failure and early LVAD potential.

Our team of highly trained nurses and clinicians provides continuous monitoring and specialized care for NSTEMI patients, heart failure management, and post‑procedural recovery. With a focus on advanced electrophysiology, we care for patients requiring pacemakers, ablations, and defibrillators.

We are dedicated to supporting patients through every phase of their cardiac and neurovascular journey, with an emphasis on safety, recovery, and quality of life. The Telemetry Unit works closely with our ICUs and is a great pathway to grow in critical care.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team‑centered culture built on communication, compassion, and respect.
• Hands‑on experience in a high‑acuity telemetry setting that strengthens clinical skills.
• Opportunities to expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks.
• Leadership that promotes professional growth and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive TriHealth benefits, wellness programs, and career support.

Qualifications

• 2 years of high school education
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position

Schedule & Work Location

• FTE: Prn/optional
• Shift: Days – 6:30am to 7:00pm
• Hospital: Bethesda North Hospital (Telemetry)
• On‑site inpatient role

Benefits Snapshot

TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources. Learn more at TriHealth Benefits.

Job Overview

This position performs clerical duties and requires the skills necessary to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors. The role requires interpersonal skills to communicate with respect and compassion, coordinate patient flow, and provide essential support to the nursing team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform and document basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintain competency in tasks the permission has been trained for, completing assigned tasks within the required timeframe and seeking clarification when needed.

• Maintain a safe environment by reporting hazards, completing safety event reports, and complying with Infection Control policies.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and coworkers; report patient information and issues in a timely manner; document observations and tasks; collaborate with all health‑care team members; utilize the chain of command.

• Perform supply, equipment, and environmental activities as required; recognize and report supply/equipment issues; ensure equipment and supplies are available for use.

• Acknowledge the need for self‑growth and accountability; identify areas for improvement; maintain knowledge of organizational and unit changes; support changes.

Working Conditions

• Bending – Frequently
• Climbing – Occasionally
• Concentrating – Consistently
• Continuous Learning – Consistently
• Hearing: Conversation – Consistently
• Hearing: Other Sounds – Frequently
• Interpersonal Communication – Consistently
• Kneeling – Occasionally
• Lifting <10 lbs – Consistently
• Lifting 50+ lbs – Frequently
• Lifting <50 lbs – Consistently
• Pulling – Consistently
• Pushing – Consistently
• Reaching – Consistently
• Reading – Consistently
• Sitting – Frequently
• Standing – Consistently
• Stooping – Frequently
• Talking – Consistently
• Thinking/Reasoning – Consistently
• Use of Hands – Frequently
• Color Vision – Occasionally
• Visual Acuity: Far – Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Near – Consistently
• Walking – Consistently