Central Telemetry Monitoring Tech
About The Position
The Central Telemetry Monitoring Tech remotely monitors patients and patient information using remote monitoring technology. The role monitors and interprets heart rhythms and other patient data, reviews patient information to identify normal patterns and variances, and notifies Registered Nurses or bedside clinical staff when situations may require intervention. The position also provides continuous video observation of multiple adult or pediatric patients, including interaction and redirection through remote video monitoring technology, and documents or posts information to patient records when applicable. The technician responds to inquiries from medical staff and the patient care team. The Cardiac Monitoring Center is located on the second floor of Blodgett Hospital. Technicians work together to monitor patients from multiple hospitals in the Grand Rapids area. Orientation takes four to five weeks and includes structured morning classroom training followed by additional training with a preceptor. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available; this posting specifies part-time employment, a night shift, and 24 scheduled hours per week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program.
Nice To Haves
- Prior work experience in an inpatient setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Remotely monitor patients and patient information using remote monitoring technology.
- Monitor and interpret heart rhythms or other patient data to detect variances from baseline.
- Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm patterns, current patterns, and prior variances.
- Observe cardiac monitor screens and inform Registered Nurses of variances so they can examine patients.
- Document and post information on patient records when applicable.
- Continuously observe multiple adult or pediatric patients using video monitoring technology.
- Interact with and redirect patients through remote video monitoring technology.
- Observe video monitor screens and inform bedside clinical staff of situations needing intervention.
- Answer patient-related inquiries from medical staff and the patient care team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory offering deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
