Telemetry Technician- Nights 7PM-7AM (36 Hours)

St. Elizabeth Healthcare•Fort Thomas, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Telemetry Technician reports to the Virtual Health inpatient Manager and is responsible for continuously observing and interpreting assigned ECG rhythm monitors from a centralized location. The technician monitors multiple patients throughout the shift, maintains and responds appropriately to alarms and ECG changes, identifies basic and lethal rhythms and artifact, and escalates rhythm-change notifications to the bedside nurse, charge nurse, or Telemetry Technician team lead according to established processes. The position is based in a centralized unit at St. Elizabeth, Ft. Thomas Hospital and is scheduled for 36 hours on nights, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. It is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position. Starting pay is $19.40 per hour, with shift differential for eligible shifts. The role includes ongoing telemetry monitoring and communication of cardiac patterns, accurate electronic health record documentation, processing admissions, transfers, and discharge orders, and supporting the orientation of new telemetry technicians. The technician may also contribute to protocols, procedures, patient education, training, peer review, quality assurance, and committee work as assigned. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, one year of applicable experience, and completion of the SEH/SEP ECG class. The technician must pass the yearly ECG exam with a minimum score of 85% and achieve 100% on lethal arrhythmias. No licenses or certifications are required. The employer lists paid training, growth opportunities, paid time off, and a 403(b) with match.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of applicable experience.
Complete the SEH/SEP ECG class and pass the yearly exam with a minimum score of 85% and 100% on lethal arrhythmias.
Knowledge of electronic health records, specifically EPIC.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks; be organized, neat, self-motivated, self-directed, and able to work autonomously.
Ability to learn quickly, adapt, work under pressure, work well in a group, and be coachable and open to learning a new skill.
Professional communication and collaboration with providers, administration, associates, and the public.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to work by telephone as well as face-to-face.
Ability to perform critical analysis and affect change.
Warm personality, concern for others, positive attitude, and a commitment to learning and excellence.

Responsibilities

Continuously observe and interpret assigned ECG rhythm monitors for multiple patients throughout the shift.
Maintain and respond appropriately to monitor alarms and ECG changes; identify basic rhythms, lethal rhythms, and artifact.
Escalate rhythm-change notifications to the bedside nurse, charge nurse, or Telemetry Technician team lead according to established processes.
Perform telemetry monitoring and communicate cardiac patterns displayed on telemetric devices.
Ensure complete and accurate information in the Electronic Health Record and document irregular rhythms and changes in heartbeat.
Communicate professionally with patients, providers, support employees, co-workers, and management.
Contribute to protocols, procedures, patient education, and training as assigned; participate in peer review, quality assurance, and committee functions.
Process admissions, transfers, and discharge orders appropriately.
Assist with orienting new telemetry technician personnel.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.