Telemetry Tech- Cardiac Step-down

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Patient Monitor Technician. Responsibilities include monitoring and recording data from medical equipment to ensure patient safety and proper equipment functioning. The position requires CPR certification and offers night shifts with 24-36 hours of work per week.

Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills and health care experience, particularly with cardiology patients. Join a team that prioritizes patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Required: Current CPR certification (BLS-Health Care Provider).
• Preferred: Previous health care experience as a Nursing Assistant, Unit Coordinator, Medical Assistant, nursing student, EMT, or experience with cardiology patients.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record data from medical equipment to ensure proper functioning and patient safety.
• Respond to monitor alarms and report heart rhythm changes to RN or MD promptly.
• Precept new employees and educate staff on equipment usage.

Skills

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to identify abnormal rhythms and/or changes in rhythms

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Monitors and records data from medical equipment to ensure proper functioning and patient safety. Responsible for equipment maintenance.

Overview

Night shift

24 - 36 hours per week

Essential Functions

• Maintain appropriate heart rhythm tracing.
• Recognize normal heart rhythm, artifact, and life‑threatening heart rhythms.
• Respond to all monitor alarms and report heart rhythm changes to RN or MD promptly.
• Clean, maintain, and inventory all equipment associated with cardiac monitors and other equipment as assigned.
• Precept new employees and educate other employees on correct usage of both telemetry and bedside monitors.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

Current CPR certification (BLS-Health Care Provider), required.

Skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to identify abnormal rhythms and/or changes in rhythms preferred.

Experience

Previous health care experience as a Nursing Assistant, Unit Coordinator, Medical Assistant, nursing student, EMT, Medic, or experience with cardiology patients, required.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally: Computer skills, decision making; lifting/carrying 0–10 lbs, 11–20 lbs, 21–40 lbs; loud noises; machinery; patient equipment; problem solving; standing; walking.

Frequently: None specified.

Continuously: Audible speech, hearing acuity, interpreting data, peripheral vision; seeing far/near; sitting.

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet