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

SEP Summit Medical Group•Fort Thomas, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Telemetry Technician continuously observes and interprets ECG rhythm monitors for multiple patients from a centralized location throughout the shift. The role is responsible for maintaining and responding promptly to monitor alarms and ECG changes, identifying basic and lethal rhythms and artifact, and escalating 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 reports to the Virtual Health Inpatient Manager. The technician performs telemetry-monitoring activities, communicates cardiac patterns, documents irregular rhythms and heartbeat changes, and ensures information is complete and accurate in the Electronic Health Record. The role also supports admissions, transfers, and discharge orders; assists with orienting new telemetry technicians; and may contribute to protocols, procedures, patient education, training, peer review, quality assurance, and committee functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of applicable experience.
Complete the SEH/SEP ECG class and pass the yearly examination with a minimum score of 85% and a score of 100% on lethal arrhythmias.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks; learn quickly; adapt; work under pressure and in a group; and accept coaching and learn new skills.
Knowledge of Electronic Health Records, specifically EPIC.
Professional communication and interaction with providers, administration, associates, and the public.
Organization, neatness, self-motivation, and a warm personality with concern for others.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to affect change and perform critical analysis.
Ability to work independently and autonomously, including telephonically and face-to-face.
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 promptly and appropriately to monitor alarms and ECG changes.
Identify basic rhythms, lethal rhythms, and artifact, and escalate rhythm-change notifications according to established processes.
Perform telemetry-monitoring activities and oversee and communicate cardiac patterns on telemetry devices.
Document irregular rhythms and changes in heartbeat.
Ensure complete and accurate information in the Electronic Health Record.
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 the orientation of new telemetry technician personnel.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.