Acute Care Tech II–Telemetry Unit

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time, on-site inpatient role is in the Telemetry Unit at Bethesda North Hospital. The Acute Care Tech II performs clerical duties and maintains the skills needed to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors. The role calls for respectful, compassionate communication with customers, communicating information through various telecommunication devices, and helping coordinate patient flow. Under the direct supervision of an RN, the position performs and documents basic patient care tasks and maintains competency in trained tasks. The employee also supports a safe environment, communicates and collaborates with the healthcare team, carries out supply and equipment-related activities, and takes responsibility for ongoing learning and accountability. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week on nights.

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 trained tasks, complete assignments on time, and seek clarification from the nurse when needed.
Maintain a safe environment, report hazards, complete safety event reports as needed, follow infection-control policies, and apply safety and emergency procedures.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and other healthcare team members; promptly report patient-related information and assignment problems; document observations and tasks; and use the chain of command appropriately.
Perform required supply, equipment, and environmental activities; report and follow up on supply or equipment availability issues and broken or malfunctioning equipment; ensure supplies and equipment are ready 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, respecting differences and contributions, maintaining a clean and safe environment, using resources responsibly, and showing courtesy and compassion.