Acute Care Tech I– Telemetry Unit- PRN

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits suite

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

TriHealth seeks an Acute Care Tech I for its 4100 Telemetry Unit in Montgomery, Ohio. This role involves supporting patient care by performing basic tasks under RN supervision and maintaining central cardiac monitors. Ideal for those looking to grow in the critical care environment, this position offers hands-on experience in a collaborative team setting.

Candidates should have at least a high school education and hold a Basic Life Support certification. A strong emphasis is placed on patient-centered care and safety.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to read and perform basic math as needed for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties and maintain monitoring skills for cardiac monitors.
• Assist with basic patient care tasks under RN supervision.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members and report issues timely.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Reading ability

Math ability

Education

2 years High School Education

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 the care of patients with complex cardiovascular and neurovascular conditions. As part of the TriHealth system, the unit offers comprehensive care for individuals with arrhythmias, heart failure (with an upcoming LVAD program), and those undergoing procedures such as pre/post cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology interventions, and structural heart procedures including WATCHMAN and MitraClip. 4100 Telemetry Unit focuses on chronic heart conditions (Congestive Heart Failure, early LVAD potential).

Our team of highly trained nurses and clinicians provide 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.

The 4100 Tele Unit takes pride in delivering evidence‑based, compassionate care, ensuring the best outcomes through our commitment to patient‑centered treatment and the latest medical technologies. 4100 Tele Unit works extremely close with our ICUs and is a great pathway to grow in Critical care. We are a collaborative team dedicated to supporting patients through every phase of their cardiac and neurovascular journey, with an emphasis on safety, recovery, and quality of life.

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 High School Education
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position

Schedule & Work Location

• FTE: Prn/optional
• Shift: Days - 6:30am-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.

Job Overview

This position performs clerical duties as well as maintaining skills necessary to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors. This position requires the interpersonal skills to communicate with respect and compassion to customers: communications information through various telecommunication devices; and assists in coordinating patient flow.

Job Responsibilities

Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained. Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.

Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.

Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families and co‑workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner. Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person. Documents observations and tasks performed. Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately.

Performs supply, equipment, and environmental‑related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities. Recognizes, reports, and follows‑up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning. Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.

Acknowledges need for self‑growth and accountability. Identifies area for self-improvement. Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes. Supports organizational and unit 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 - Freq
• Color Vision - Occasionally
• Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking – Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

Serve: ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer’s expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS...

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and the community.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community.

Keywords

Acute Care Tech, ACT, PCA, Critical Care, Telemetry, TriHealth, Bethesda North