Telemetry Technician Nights Contingent

Trane Technologies • Commerce Charter Township, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the Telemetry Technician include assisting the medical and nursing staff in continuous monitoring of patient ECG rhythms and maintaining monitoring equipment. Initiates tracing if change occurs in patient rhythm and immediately alerts nursing personnel. Maintains and monitors rate limits and recognizes whether irregularity is due to change in patient rhythm or machine malfunction. Alerts repair personnel of machine malfunction. Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, may perform clerical and receptionist duties for assigned patient care service or nursing unit, as needed. Operates on-line computer terminal.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Six months of prior job experience where substantial computer usage is significant part of job; OR 3 credit hours of computer classes in computer training (keyboarding, navigation, specific applications) or college program; OR Equivalent combination of coursework and experience.
• Must be able to successfully complete three to four week program in basic cardiac arrhythmia monitoring.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred (e.g., completion of medical terminology/transcription course or unit clerk/unit secretary classes, preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist the medical and nursing staff in continuous monitoring of patient ECG rhythms and maintaining monitoring equipment.
• Initiate tracing if change occurs in patient rhythm and immediately alert nursing personnel.
• Maintain and monitor rate limits and recognize whether irregularity is due to change in patient rhythm or machine malfunction.
• Alert repair personnel of machine malfunction.
• Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, may perform clerical and receptionist duties for assigned patient care service or nursing unit, as needed.
• Operate on-line computer terminal.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED