Telemetry Technician- Nights 7PM-7AM (36 Hours)

St. Elizabeth Physicians; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Working in a centralized unit at St. E

Paid Training

Growth Opportunities

Paid Time Off

403b with Match

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Physicians is seeking a Telemetry Technician to monitor ECG rhythm data from a centralized unit at the Ft. Thomas hospital. The role requires identifying basic and lethal rhythms, artifacts, and promptly escalating changes according to established protocols.

The position is non-exempt, with a 36-hour weekly night shift (7 PM–7 AM) and starting pay of $19.40 per hour plus shift differential where eligible. Training and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Performs telemetry monitoring and documents patterns in the EHR.
• Ensures accurate information in the Electronic Health Record.
• Communicates effectively with patients, providers, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform telemetry monitoring on patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring.
• Identify and report rhythm changes and artifacts.
• Escalate rhythm changes to bedside nurse or Telemetry Lead per protocol.
• Maintain documentation and patient education as assigned.
• Assist in orientation of new telemetry staff.

Skills

Task prioritization

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Self-direction

Comfort with high-pressure situations

Education

High school diploma or GED

SEH/SEP ECG class with yearly exam score ≥85%

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Summary

Reports to the Virtual Health inpatient Manager, the Telemetry Technician will assume responsibility for continuously observing and interpreting assigned ECG rhythm monitors. Ensuring prompt, appropriate response and maintenance of alarms or ECG changes. The Telemetry Technician will correctly identify and respond to basic rhythms, lethal rhythms, and artifact, escalating rhythm change notifications to the bedside nurse, charge nurse or Telemetry Technician team lead, based on established processes. Monitoring will take place from a centralized location. The Telemetry Technician will be required to monitor multiple patients for the entirety of the shift.

Job Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

36

Job Summary

Reports to the Virtual Health inpatient Manager, the Telemetry Technician will assume responsibility for continuously observing and interpreting assigned ECG rhythm monitors. Ensuring prompt, appropriate response and maintenance of alarms or ECG changes. The Telemetry Technician will correctly identify and respond to basic rhythms, lethal rhythms, and artifact, escalating rhythm change notifications to the bedside nurse, charge nurse or Telemetry Technician team lead, based on established processes. Monitoring will take place from a centralized location. The Telemetry Technician will be required to monitor multiple patients for the entirety of the shift.

Job Description

Job Title: Telemetry Technician- Cardiac Tech, EKG Tech, Tele Tech, Monitor Tech

Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Shift: 36 Hours Full time NIGHTS 7PM-7AM

Starting at $19.40/hr. Plus Shift Differential for eligible shifts

Benefits

• Working in a Centralized Unit based out of the St. Elizabeth, Ft. Thomas Hospital
• Paid Training
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• 403b with Match
• Opportunity for Career Growth

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform various activities regarding telemetry monitoring on patients requiring continual cardiac monitoring. Oversee and communicate cardiac patterns on telemetric devices
• Ensures complete and accurate information in the Electronic Health Record
• Document irregular rhythms and monitor changes in heartbeat.
• Communicates in an effective and professional manner with patients, providers, support employees, co-workers, and management.
• Contributes to the development of protocols, procedures, patient education, and training as assigned. Participates in peer review, quality assurance, and other committee functions.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Appropriately processes admissions, transfers, and discharge orders.
• Assist in the orientation of new telemetry technician personnel
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records – (EPIC).

Other Required Skills And Knowledge

N/A

Licenses And Certifications

None required.

Education

High School diploma or GED.

Complete SEH/SEP ECG class and pass exam yearly minimum score of 85% and 100% on lethal arrhythmias.

Years Of Experience

1 year of applicable experience. Must be a quick learner, adaptable, able to work in pressure situations, able to work well in a group setting, and coachable and open to learning a new skill.

Required Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records – (EPIC).
• Work professionally with providers, administration (SEP and SEH), associates and the public.
• Organized, neat and self-motivated.
• Warm personality and concern for others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to affect change.
• Ability to perform critical analysis.
• Self-directed.
• Work well telephonically as well as face-to-face.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Positive attitude.
• Quest for learning and excellence.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Right Career. Right Here. If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other.

St. Elizabeth Physicians is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age or any other characteristic that is protected by state or federal law.