Telemetry Tech - Part Time - Days

IHA; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Assistance offered

Effective Day 1 Benefit Package

Competitive wages with weekend/night/d

Generous paid time off

Retirement Savings with employer match

Job summary

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, IA is seeking a Part-time Telemetry Technician for a day shift. The role involves observing and interpreting cardiac rhythms, recording ECG strips, printing rhythm strips, and maintaining telemetry records in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires effective communication, the ability to follow directions, and responsiveness to patient and colleague needs. MercyOne offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competence working with patients is preferred.
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Interprets cardiac rhythms

Follow directions

Patient care focus

Body mechanics

Flexible hours

Telephone etiquette

Basic computer skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job 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.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

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.

Our Commitment

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.