Telemetry Tech-Unit Secretary

ECU Health; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

The Telemetry Technician/Unit Secretary role at ECU Health Beaufort Hospital, a campus of ECU Health Medical Center in Washington, NC, supports the nursing unit by monitoring cardiac rhythms, documenting care, answering calls, and assisting with patient chart management.

Ideal candidates will have medical terminology knowledge, completed EKG interpretation, a high school diploma or GED, CPR and BLS certifications, and a patient-focused approach to communication and coordination on the unit.

Qualifications

• Medical terminology knowledge or demonstrated competency.
• Completion of an EKG interpretation course.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms and document findings for the nursing team.
• Notify the primary nurse of any abnormal rhythms and changes.
• Perform desk duties: answer phones, manage patient call system, and chart replenishment.
• Assist as Unit Secretary and support communications across the patient unit.
• Ensure care is delivered with attention to patient age-specific needs.

Education

Medical terminology course

EKG Interpretation course

High School Diploma or GED

CPR certification - current

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Telemetry Technician is responsible for the monitoring of cardiac rhythms, documentation, and notifying primary nurse of abnormal rhythms. He/she is responsible for desk functions, answering telephone and patient call system, replenishing charts, etc. If certified as a Nursing Assistant, he/she may work in this capacity when the telemetry census is two or less, in absence of scheduled Nursing Assistant. He/she modifies and delivers care that is specific to the age, growth, and level of development of patients including adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

The secretarial duties are an integral part of the nursing unit, being involved in patient care and documentation of patient care. While not directly responsible for care of the patient, the Unit Secretary is responsible for assuring patient care is accomplished. He/she is responsible for all general duties and is the pivot person in communications.

The Telemetry Technician/Unit Secretary is accountable to and evaluated by the Nurse Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Medical terminology course required or demonstrated competency


• Completion of an EKG Interpretation course


• High School Diploma or equivalent GED


• CPR certification - current


• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Pay Range

$18.00 - $21.12

• Compensation is determined based on experience.

ECU Health

About ECU Health Beaufort Hospital, a campus of ECU Health Medical Center

ECU Health Beaufort Hospital serves as a campus of ECU Health Medical Center. The 142-bed full-service hospital is located in Washington and has earned national designation as a Primary Stroke Center. It is home to a 16-bed emergency department that serves approximately 25,000 patients per year, as well as the Marion L. Shepard Cancer Center – a provider of leading-edge chemotherapy and radiation therapy, among other cancer services. ECU Health Beaufort also offers general medical and surgical services, operative services, a women’s birthing center, rehabilitation services and outpatient clinics.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.