Telemetry Technician

Schuylkill • Hazleton, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary The Telemetry Technician is responsible for providing continuous surveillance of a group of cardiac monitors and for immediately alerting the appropriate nursing staff of changes in tracings. Observes and communicates with the patients care team members, and documents within their scope at defined intervals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Less than 1 year cardiac monitoring experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree
• 2 years cardiac monitoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Admits, discharges, transfers the patients into the monitoring system.
• Accurately document actions taken as defined in the role.
• Continuously monitors the addition of new tele patients to all telemetry units and ensures they are present on the main monitoring screen.
• Assure smooth patient handoffs between care teams when appropriate.
• Care and maintenance of monitoring equipment and reports any issues.
• Demonstrates professionalism, basic etiquette, and effective communication with team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees