Telemetry Care Tech I – Cardiac Unit (Nights)

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking an Acute Care Tech I for the 4100 Telemetry Unit at Bethesda North Hospital in Montgomery, OH. This on-site, part-time night shift (24 hours weekly) supports nursing staff with patient care tasks and central cardiac monitoring under RN supervision.

The role requires 2 years of high school, ability to read and do basic math, and BLS certification. It offers exposure to a high-acuity telemetry environment and opportunities for growth within TriHealth while delivering

Qualifications

• 2 years High School Education
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained.
• Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe.
• Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
• Maintains a safe environment.
• Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Completes safety event report as necessary.
• Complies with Infection Control policies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.
• Communicates effectively with others.
• Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers.
• Reports patient related information in a timely manner.
• Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person.
• Documents observations and tasks performed.
• Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team.
• Utilizes chain of command appropriately.
• Performs supply, equipment, and environmental‑related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities.
• Recognizes, reports, and follows‑up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner.
• Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning.
• Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.
• Acknowledges need for self‑growth and accountability.
• Identifies area for self‑improvement.
• Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes.
• Supports organizational and unit changes.

Skills

BLS

Education

High School Education

Job description

TriHealth is seeking an Acute Care Tech I for the 4100 Telemetry Unit at Bethesda North Hospital in Montgomery, OH. This on-site, part-time night shift (24 hours weekly) supports nursing staff with patient care tasks and central cardiac monitoring under RN supervision.

The role requires 2 years of high school, ability to read and do basic math, and BLS certification. It offers exposure to a high-acuity telemetry environment and opportunities for growth within TriHealth while delivering