Ward Clerk (060326.5) PART TIME

Colonial Group; Hamilton (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Bitterroot Health in Hamilton, Montana is seeking a part-time Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician to support the Nursing Department. This dual-role combines clerical duties with patient monitoring to ensure smooth clinical operations and timely communication.

You will monitor cardiac rhythms and pulse oximetry, maintain EMR records, and assist with unit workflows across Medical-Surgical, SWING, CDU and Birthing Center. A HS diploma and telemetry coursework within 6 months are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Telemetry Course within six months of hire.
• Strong attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming calls; coordinate care team communication.
• Enter and maintain information in the EMR.
• Support daily operations of Medical-Surgical, SWING, CDU, and Birthing Center units.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, ECGs, and pulse oximetry.
• Document rhythm changes and communicate to nursing staff.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Fast-paced healthcare

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician

Location: Hamilton, Montana | Part-Time | 12 Hours/Week

Looking for a rewarding healthcare career where you can make a direct impact on patient care? Bitterroot Health is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician to join our Nursing Department in beautiful Hamilton, Montana. This unique dual-role position combines administrative support with patient monitoring responsibilities, making you an essential member of our healthcare team.

About the Role

As a Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician, you will provide clerical support for the Medical-Surgical, SWING, Clinical Decision Unit (CDU), and Birthing Center units while also monitoring patients' cardiac rhythms and pulse oximetry. This position plays a critical role in supporting clinical operations, maintaining effective communication, and ensuring timely recognition of cardiac rhythm changes that may require immediate attention.

Key Responsibilities

Ward Clerk Duties

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls
• Contact providers and facilitate communication between care team members
• Coordinate department paperwork and documentation
• Enter and maintain information within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Support daily operations of Medical-Surgical, SWING, CDU, and Birthing Center units
• Assist with administrative and clerical functions to ensure efficient patient care delivery

Telemetry Technician Duties

• Monitor cardiac rhythms, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and continuous pulse oximetry
• Observe telemetry patients across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Recognize and respond appropriately to basic and life-threatening cardiac rhythms
• Communicate significant rhythm changes to nursing staff promptly
• Maintain accurate telemetry monitoring records and documentation

What You Bring

Education

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required

Licensure & Certifications

• Successful completion of a Telemetry Course within six months of hire

Skills

• Basic computer proficiency and ability to work within an Electronic Medical Record system
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to recognize and interpret basic cardiac rhythms
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment