Remote Patient Monitor & Safety Coordinator

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Athens (GA); Remote; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. seeks a Telesitter to remotely monitor patients requiring continuous observation. The role focuses on observing patient status, reporting changes to the care team, and documenting observations in records.

The telesitter works under a supervisor to ensure safety and a positive patient experience. The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of Wellstar training within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates reading/writing, basic computer skills, and English fluency.
• Required High School diploma or equivalent; Wellstar training within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe patients and document every 2 hours for medical patients or every 15 minutes for behavioral health patients.
• Notify care partners and supervisor of patient status; monitor EPIC dashboard.
• Provide patient-centered communication and escalation as needed; protect patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic computer skills

English language

Alarm interpretation

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Stressful situations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Wellstar training & competency assessment

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. seeks a Telesitter to remotely monitor patients requiring continuous observation. The role focuses on observing patient status, reporting changes to the care team, and documenting observations in records.

The telesitter works under a supervisor to ensure safety and a positive patient experience. The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of Wellstar training within 30 days.