Telemetry Tech

Dignity Health

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 36,244 - 45,529

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Los Angeles is seeking a Telemetry Technician to join their team. In this role, you will monitor patient vital signs and ensure high-quality care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive pay range of $26.31 to $33.05 per hour and provides valuable experience in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

Maintains monitoring equipment and supplies, ensuring quality control.
Documents and communicates data to relevant personnel.
Serves as a preceptor and role model for new technicians.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Continuous observation of hemodynamic monitors.
Initiates and maintains placement of monitor leads.

Skills

Previous experience as a Monitor Technician in an acute care setting

Effective interpersonal communication

Attention to detail in monitoring

Education

High School diploma/GED

Successful completion of an approved basic arrhythmia program

Current AHA BLS card

Fire Card within 90 days of hire

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Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Telemetry Technician delivers efficient, high-quality care to monitored patients. This includes continuous observation of hemodynamic monitors to detect and promptly communicate any potential or life-threatening arrhythmias.
Adheres to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Performance Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental, infection control standards and the Patient's Bill of Rights.
Ensures the accurate identification and reporting of the monitored patient's hemodynamic status.
Maintains monitoring equipment and supplies, making arrangements for reorder, repair and quality control.
Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and Hospital personnel, while maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
Documents and communicates all appropriate data/information to intra/interdepartmental personnel.
Initiates, maintains and documents placement of monitor leads based on the Registered Nurse's assessment
Ensures placement of monitor strips in the patient's medical record as defined by Hospital/departmental standards
Attends continuing education essential in furthering knowledge and skill in arrhythmia monitoring and equipment
Serves as a preceptor and role model for new Monitor Technicians and students.
Accesses network and effectively utilizes electronic applications (e.g., e-mail, LMS, T.E.A.M, etc) on a daily basis.
May perform duties of the Unit Secretary or Nursing Assistant as requested by management
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Responsibilities

Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Telemetry Technician delivers efficient, high-quality care to monitored patients. This includes continuous observation of hemodynamic monitors to detect and promptly communicate any potential or life-threatening arrhythmias.
Adheres to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Performance Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental, infection control standards and the Patient's Bill of Rights.
Ensures the accurate identification and reporting of the monitored patient's hemodynamic status.
Maintains monitoring equipment and supplies, making arrangements for reorder, repair and quality control.
Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and Hospital personnel, while maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
Documents and communicates all appropriate data/information to intra/interdepartmental personnel.
Initiates, maintains and documents placement of monitor leads based on the Registered Nurse's assessment
Ensures placement of monitor strips in the patient's medical record as defined by Hospital/departmental standards
Attends continuing education essential in furthering knowledge and skill in arrhythmia monitoring and equipment
Serves as a preceptor and role model for new Monitor Technicians and students.
Accesses network and effectively utilizes electronic applications (e.g., e-mail, LMS, T.E.A.M, etc) on a daily basis.
May perform duties of the Unit Secretary or Nursing Assistant as requested by management
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Previous experience as a Monitor Technician in an acute care setting.
High School diploma/GED required.
Successful completion of an approved basic arrhythmia program required
Current AHA BLS card required.
Fire Card required within 90 days of hire.

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Overview

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$26.31 - $33.05 /hour

Seniority level