Observation Unit Tech: EKG, Phlebotomy & Desk Support

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking an Observation Unit Tech to assist nursing and medical staff in the care of unit patients. The role blends clinical duties with clerical responsibilities under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include clerical desk tasks, answering phones, monitoring unit census, assisting with EKGs, phlebotomy as training allows, and ensuring a safe patient environment on the observation unit.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with recent health care experience.
• BCLS certification within first 90 days.
• Hospital monitor tech training within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform desk duties in a clerical role with accuracy.
• Answer phones with proper etiquette and manage call log.
• Assist in patient care tasks such as EKGs, splinting, and crutch training as assigned.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Clerical accuracy

Monitor tech

Venipuncture

EKG assistance

Crutch training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BCLS certification

Monitor tech training

Job description

Baptist Health is seeking an Observation Unit Tech to assist nursing and medical staff in the care of unit patients. The role blends clinical duties with clerical responsibilities under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include clerical desk tasks, answering phones, monitoring unit census, assisting with EKGs, phlebotomy as training allows, and ensuring a safe patient environment on the observation unit.