Secretary / Tech - Emergency Department - PRN

Vitruvian Health; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitruvian Health in Dalton, GA is seeking a Unit Clerk/Monitor Technician to support the Emergency Care Department. Responsibilities include receptionist duties, order entry, arranging admissions, and coordinating communications across hospital units.

You will monitor cardiac systems and assist licensed nurses under supervision to deliver care. The role requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR certification, and experience or training in monitoring and medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or certified equivalent.
• Licensure: BLS CPR required.
• Experience: Prior experience in same or similar position is desirable. Background in medical related field preferred.
• Monitor Technician training program, or equivalent, and ACC Specialist training preferred.
• Skills: Basic typing and comprehension of medical terminology preferred. Ability to recognize a change in cardiac rhythms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical support for the Emergency Care Department, including receptionist duties and order entry.
• Coordinate admissions for Emergency Care Department patients and transfers to other facilities.
• Monitor cardiac monitoring systems for patients in Emergency Care Department or Chest Pain Center.
• Assist licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care under RN direction and scope of practice.

Skills

Typing

Medical terminology

Cardiac rhythms

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cardiac monitor systems

Job description

Who We Are

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values

Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.

Excellence. Every person. Every time.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides general clerical support to the Emergency Care Department including receptionist duties, order entry, making necessary arrangements for in-house admission of Emergency Care Department patients, and coordination of Emergency Care Department communications with other hospital departments and transfers to other facilities. Monitors cardiac monitoring systems of patients in the Emergency Care Department or Chest Pain Center. Assists licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care to infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse and within the scope of defined practice.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school graduate or certified equivalent.

Licensure : BLS CPR required.

Experience: Prior experience in same or similar position is desirable. Background in medical related field preferred.

Monitor Technician training program, or equivalent, and ACC Specialist training preferred.

Skills: Basic typing and comprehension of medical terminology preferred. Ability to recognize a change in cardiac rhythms preferred.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in the Emergency Care Department setting with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients who are experiencing a wide range of acute and often stressful medical and/or surgical problems. Required to work posted schedule including weekends. Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions.