Monitor Tech Telemetry FT Nights

Tenet Healthcare; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated telemetry technician to join their team. This role involves setting up and calibrating monitoring equipment, ensuring accurate patient data collection, and collaborating closely with nursing staff. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and successful completion of an EKG class, along with familiarity with medical terminology. Join a forward-thinking hospital committed to delivering top-notch care in a friendly environment, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• Completion of EKG class is required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate monitoring equipment as per physician orders.
• Collect and document patient data accurately each shift.
• Report alarms and rhythm changes to nursing staff.

Skills

Telemetry Setup

Equipment Calibration

Patient Data Management

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Saint Vincent Hospital

Offers a comprehensive healthcare experience by combining advanced, state-of-the-art facilities with a commitment to providing the best quality of life to the Worcester community. Our hospital excels in offering top care in a friendly atmosphere, including advanced heart and vascular services, orthopedics and rehabilitation programs, a robust surgical facility with Da Vinci robotic surgery and Cyberknife technology, and compassionate women & infants programs. We are conveniently located in the heart of Worcester.

Onboarding Process

Candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening, which includes a drug screen.

Position Summary

Responsible for setting up telemetry based on physician orders, ensuring proper electrode placement, running strips, and replacing batteries as needed.

Job Responsibilities

1. Select, set up, calibrate, and adjust monitoring equipment according to physician orders.
2. Ensure proper functioning of equipment; troubleshoot issues as they arise.
3. Collect, transmit, and document patient data, providing correct interpretations and measurements each shift and during rhythm changes.
4. Maintain current monitored patient data in the system; collaborate with nursing staff on validation counts and alarm parameters.
5. Report alarms and rhythm changes to RN staff.
6. Greet, screen, and process calls, patients, visitors, and messages.
7. Transcribe physician orders, and enter tests and treatment requests into the system.
8. Assemble and maintain patient medical records, including posting results.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Required: Successful completion of EKG class; familiarity with medical terminology.

Additional Information

Tenet complies with laws regarding mandatory vaccination. If offered this position, proof of full vaccination or an approved exemption will be required before start date. Exempted individuals will be subject to regular testing.

Employment practices will not be influenced by race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless undue hardship occurs.