Telemetry Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Commerce Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is hiring a Telemetry Technician in Commerce Charter Township, MI. In this role, you will assist in monitoring patient ECG rhythms and ensure the proper functioning of monitoring equipment. Your compassionate care will contribute to exceptional healthcare delivery.

Qualified candidates should have at least a high school diploma and prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred. Join us in making a positive difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Previous hospital experience is preferred.
• Six months of previous experience with substantial computer usage is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical and nursing staff in monitoring patient ECG rhythms.
• Maintain and monitor patient monitoring equipment.
• Alert nursing personnel of any changes in patient rhythms.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Substantial computer usage

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Telemetry Tech

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefits Statement

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Summary Description

The primary responsibilities of the Telemetry Technician include assisting the medical and nursing staff in continuous monitoring of patient ECG rhythms and maintaining monitoring equipment. Initiates tracing if change occurs in patient rhythm and immediately alerts nursing personnel. Maintains and monitors rate limits and recognizes whether irregularity is due to change in patient rhythm or machine malfunction. Alerts repair personnel of machine malfunction. Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, may perform clerical and receptionist duties for assigned patient care service or nursing unit, as needed. Operates on-line computer terminal.

Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Previous hospital experience preferred.
3. Six months of prior job experience where substantial computer usage is significant part of job; or three credit hours of computer classes in computer training (keyboarding, navigation, specific applications) or college program; or equivalent combination of coursework and experience.
4. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred (e.g., completion of medical terminology/transcription course or unit clerk/unit secretary classes).
5. Must be able to successfully complete a three to four-week program in basic cardiac arrhythmia monitoring.

Location & Details

Primary Location: MI-Commerce Township
Job Type: Full-time
Shift Type: Nights
Job Number: 2606000447

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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