Acute Care Tech I– 4200 Telemetry Unit

TriHealth•Montgomery, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Care Tech I supports the 4200 Telemetry Unit at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, a 38-bed, stroke-certified unit treating patients with acute structural heart conditions and a range of cardiovascular needs. The unit cares for patients requiring pre- and post-cardiac catheterization, treatment for NSTEMI, heart failure and arrhythmias, and structural heart procedures including TAVR, WATCHMAN and MitraClip. It also provides electrophysiology care for patients undergoing pacemaker, ablation and defibrillator procedures. The unit uses continuous cardiac monitoring and works closely with the ICUs. The position performs clerical duties and maintains the skills needed to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors. It also communicates respectfully and compassionately with patients and others, conveys information using telecommunication devices, and assists with coordinating patient flow. The role performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN and collaborates with the healthcare team. This is an on-site inpatient role scheduled part-time nights for 36 hours weekly.

Requirements

Two years of high school education.
Age 17 with a work permit.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

Perform and document basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN.
Maintain competency in tasks for which the PCA has been trained, and complete assigned tasks within the required timeframe.
Ask the nurse for clarification when uncertain how to proceed.
Maintain a safe environment, report hazards, complete safety event reports as necessary, and follow safety and emergency procedures.
Comply with infection-control policies.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers and other members of the healthcare team.
Report patient-related information and problems completing assigned work in a timely manner.
Document observations and tasks performed, and use the chain of command appropriately.
Perform required supply, equipment and environmental activities; report and follow up on availability issues and broken or malfunctioning equipment; and ensure supplies and equipment are ready for the next person.
Recognize opportunities for self-improvement, remain accountable, and maintain knowledge of organizational and unit changes while supporting those changes.
Perform clerical duties, observe and interpret central cardiac monitors, communicate information through telecommunication devices, and assist with coordinating patient flow.
Follow TriHealth SERVE standards and ALWAYS behaviors, including courteous, compassionate service, respect for individual differences, attention to quality and safety, and responsible use of resources.