Telemetry Tech

Sutter Health•Antioch, CA

3d•$34 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Provides a variety of routine and specialized clerical and administrative duties in support of a nursing care unit. Executes a variety of clerical duties, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for orienting new staff to the department/unit.

Requirements

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider within 30 days
EKG-EKG Certification within 30 days
OR CCT (CCI) - Certified Cardiographic Technician within 30 days
OR CRAT (CCI) - Cardiac Rhythm Analysis Technician within 30 days
OR Demonstrated understanding of the heart's electrical system and ability to differentiate EKG rhythms through successful completion and passing of competency testing within eight weeks (determined by the hiring manager)
Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, various medical terminology, views, and equipment.
Ability to recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action.
Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.
Advanced knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.
Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Nice To Haves

Department, SLH and SDMC SEIU Represented Staff: EKG, CCT, or CRAT not required, however, employees must demonstrate understanding of the heart's electrical system and ability to differentiate EKG rhythms with accuracy to the level of competency of recognized certification

Responsibilities

Provides a variety of routine and specialized clerical and administrative duties in support of a nursing care unit.
Executes a variety of clerical duties, prioritizes information and requests in a timely manner.
Gains confidence and cooperation from staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
May also be responsible for orienting new staff to the department/unit.