Telemetry Tech - Part Time - Days

MercyOne Medical Group; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Assistance

Day 1 Benefits package (Medical, etc.)

Competitive wages with weekend/night不同

Generous paid time off

Retirement Savings with employer match

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Mason City, IA is seeking a part-time Telemetry Technician. You will observe and interpret cardiac rhythms, record ECG strips, print rhythm strips, and notify RNs of rhythm changes.

You will maintain telemetry records and ensure the telemetry system functions properly, troubleshooting equipment as needed. Daily duties include updating the Communication Board and communicating with internal and external colleagues in a courteous, empathetic, and professional manner.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Experience with patients preferred.
• Must be able to interpret cardiac rhythms.

Responsibilities

• Observe and interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Record ECG strips at designated intervals and as changes occur.
• Print cardiac rhythm strips as needed.
• Notify RN of all rhythm/heart rate changes.
• Maintain telemetry records.
• Ensure proper functioning of telemetry system; troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Update Communication Board.
• Communicate with patients, families, and colleagues in a courteous, professional manner.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Follow directions

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Basic computer skills

Telephone etiquette

Empathy and courtesy

Flexible hours

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Position Purpose:

The Telemetry Technician provides ongoing observation and interpretation of cardiac rhythms; prepares and maintains telemetry records and maintains a functioning telemetry system.

What you will do:

• Observes and interprets cardiac rhythms.
• Records ECG strips at designated intervals and as changes occur.
• Prints cardiac rhythm strips as needed.
• Notifies RN of all changes in rhythm and heart rate.
• Maintains telemetry records.
• Ensures proper functioning of telemetry system. Trouble shoots equipment problems.
• Updates Communication Board.
• Communicates with internal/external customers/colleagues in a courteous, positive, empathic, and professional manner. Displays excellent telephone etiquette. Speaks to everyone. Always communicates with care. Speaks calmly, clearly, and courteously. Stops and listens when a customer/colleague speaks. Communicates consistently with colleagues in a professional and respectful manner and accepts assignments willingly.

Hours/Schedule:

• Day shift every third weekend and every third Wednesday between the weekends.

Position Qualifications:

Education

• High school education or equivalent

Experience

• Demonstrated competence working with patients is preferred.

Special Skills and Competencies

• Communicates effectively.
• Demonstrates ability to understand and follow direction.
• Demonstrates responsiveness to needs of patients, families, peers and professional staff.
• Demonstrates continuous application of proper body mechanics.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Demonstrates the ability to interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Demonstrates basic computer skills
• Must display proper telephone etiquette.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Education Assistance offered
• Effective Day 1 Benefit Package(Medical, Dental, Vision, and more)for positions 20 hours per week or greater
• Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials
• Generous paid time off program
• Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group - North Iowa is part of Iowa's largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.