Acute Care Tech II–Telemetry Unit

TriHealth • Montgomery, OH

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Care Tech II works in an on-site inpatient Telemetry unit at Bethesda North Hospital. The position performs clerical duties and maintains the skills needed to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors. It also involves communicating respectfully and compassionately with patients, families, coworkers, and other customers; communicating information through various telecommunication devices; and assisting with patient flow. Under the direct supervision of an RN, the technician performs and documents basic patient-care tasks and maintains competency in trained tasks. The role also supports a safe environment, follows infection-control and emergency procedures, and helps ensure supplies and equipment are available and functioning. This is a part-time, 24-hour-per-week night-shift position.

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.
• Seek clarification from the nurse when uncertain about 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 and correct identified hazards appropriately.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and other members of the health-care team.
• Report patient-related information and problems completing assignments or tasks promptly to the appropriate person.
• Document observations and tasks performed, and use the chain of command appropriately.
• Perform required supply, equipment, and environmental activities.
• Recognize and promptly report and follow up on supply or equipment availability issues; report malfunctioning equipment according to unit standards.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are readily available for the next person.
• Identify areas for self-improvement, maintain knowledge of organizational and unit changes, and support those changes.
• Observe and interpret central cardiac monitors.
• Communicate information through telecommunication devices and assist in coordinating patient flow.
• Demonstrate TriHealth SERVE standards and ALWAYS behaviors, including welcoming and assisting patients and guests, addressing service breakdowns, prioritizing patients and guests, improving quality and safety, respecting differences and contributions, using resources responsibly, and showing courtesy and compassion.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits suite, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness resources.
• Career support and opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED