Telemetry Technician - Progress Care - PT Night
About The Position
The Telemetry Technician (Monitor Tech) at St. Joseph Hospital Eureka monitors the central arrhythmia station, interprets rhythm strips, identifies abnormal rhythms, and notifies the Clinical Supervisor. The role also assists the Unit Secretary with order entry, monitors the code phone and calls codes overhead, and observes the hospital fire panel while coordinating with Engineering to resolve issues. When two monitor technicians are scheduled, the technician floats through the unit and supports nursing assistant staff. The position also provides information to patients, families, visitors, and physicians. Providence describes its culture as patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect, and emphasizes empowering caregivers. The role is part-time and works 12-hour night shifts.
Requirements
- Complete a basic arrhythmia course and pass a St. Joseph Hospital-administered rhythm interpretation test with a minimum score of 85%.
- Successfully complete the hospital-administered Epic course for order entry within the first 30 days of employment.
- Successfully complete hands-on orientation with a preceptor.
- Complete hands-on orientation with a preceptor to the nursing assistant role.
- Upon hire, hold National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- Within 90 days of hire, obtain AACN EKG certification or complete another hospital-provided training program.
- Have experience with medical terminology.
Nice To Haves
- Acute care experience.
- One year of experience in the medical field.
- Experience as a nursing assistant.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the central arrhythmia station.
- Interpret rhythm strips and identify abnormal rhythms.
- Notify the Clinical Supervisor about abnormal rhythms.
- Assist the Unit Secretary with order entry.
- Monitor the code phone and call codes overhead.
- Observe the hospital fire panel and coordinate with Engineering to resolve issues.
- Float through the unit and support nursing assistant staff when two monitor technicians are scheduled.
- Provide information to patients, families, visitors, and physicians.
Benefits
- Best-in-class benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
- Paid time off and health and welfare benefit plan offerings may be affected by changes in facility, FTE, union, location, or applicable policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
