Patient Care Tech / Telemetry Technician - Cardiovascular Unit - Days
About The Position
Under supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to established procedures, performs patient care tasks and patient care procedures necessary to provide for care, comfort and safety of patients. Monitors cardiac rhythms and oxygen saturation to detect abnormal pattern variances via telemetry equipment. In doing so, monitors screens, assesses patients’ cardiac rhythms, prints strips for medical charts, and notifies nursing and/or medical personnel according to established procedure. Performs related clerical duties such as answering routine questions, taking and relaying telephone calls, and the like.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Current CPR Certification issues by either American Heart Associates or American Red Cross
- Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course or minimum six months of previous patient care experience or equivalent or completion of one nursing clinical rotation
- Minimum three months of previous healthcare or monitor tech experience.
- Attend an in-depth orientation regarding patient care skill tasks
Nice To Haves
- Excellent interpersonal skills including teamwork, ability to prioritize, ability to receive and follow through on directions.
Responsibilities
- Performs patient care tasks and patient care procedures necessary to provide for care, comfort and safety of patients.
- Monitors cardiac rhythms and oxygen saturation to detect abnormal pattern variances via telemetry equipment.
- Monitors screens, assesses patients’ cardiac rhythms, prints strips for medical charts, and notifies nursing and/or medical personnel according to established procedure.
- Performs related clerical duties such as answering routine questions, taking and relaying telephone calls, and the like.
Benefits
- Premium pay for eligible employees
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
