ICU Telemetry Technician - Variable

ThedaCare; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

ThedaCare Neenah is seeking a Telemetry Technician to monitor electrocardiographic activity continuously, interpret rhythms, and notify the care team of significant changes in patient status.

Schedule includes 8-hour variable shifts (6a-2p / 2p-10p) with rotation and every-other weekend requirements in the ICU-Neenah unit; candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and support daily department workflow.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Performs continuous monitoring of cardiac rhythms from a centralized telemetry department.
• Skillfully recognizes and interprets cardiac rhythms.
• Completes measurement and documentation per policy and department standards.
• Effectively communicates with care team regarding rhythm interpretation.
• Provides customer service including responding to frequent questions from internal and external customers.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare! Summary

The Telemetry Technician is responsible for continuous electrocardiographic monitoring, interpretation, and notification of patients’ heart rhythms.

Job Description

Schedule: 8- hour variable shifts (6a-2p / 2p-10p) Must be able to work both shifts as they will rotate Every other weekend required Holiday rotation required Unit Details (ICU-Neenah Hospital): ThedaCare Neenah ICU is a 14 bed, fast paced, general medical/surgical intensive care unit, with a focus on neuro (certified stroke center), and trauma (level 2 regional trauma center).

Key Accountabilities

• Performs continuous monitoring of cardiac rhythms from a centralized telemetry department.
• Skillfully recognizes and interprets cardiac rhythms.
• Completes measurement and documentation per policy and department standards.
• Effectively communicates with members of the care team regarding the rhythm interpretation.
• Provides customer service including responding to frequent and potentially complex questions from internal and external customers in a timely, positive, and professional manner.
• Assists in supporting daily department workflow through effective coordination, communication, and prioritization of department activities.
• Collaborates with biomedical and information services to maintain and troubleshoot electronic monitoring equipment.
• Performs daily inventory and cleaning of telemetry monitoring boxes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Must be 18 years of age

Physical Demands

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment

• Climate controlled office setting Interaction with department members and other healthcare providers Frequent sitting with movement throughout office space
• Use of computers throughout the work day
• Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers

Position Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Scheduled FTE: 0.6 Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah - Neenah,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Variable

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities. This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. Please contact the ThedaCare Employment Center to make your request at 920-830-5800 and then prompt “1”. ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.