Ward Clerk (110326.4) FULL TIME
About The Position
Bitterroot Health is hiring a full-time Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician for its Nursing Department in Hamilton, Montana. This dual-role position combines administrative support with patient monitoring responsibilities. The Ward Clerk provides clerical services for the Medical-Surgical, Swing Bed, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Birthing Center units, supporting their day-to-day operations by answering phones, contacting providers, coordinating paperwork, and working in the electronic medical record. The Telemetry Technician monitors heartbeats, electrocardiograms, and continuous pulse oximetry for inpatient and outpatient patients, and recognizes basic cardiac rhythms, including life-threatening rhythms. The position is 36 hours per week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- Successful completion of a Telemetry Course within six months of hire.
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to work within an electronic medical record system.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to recognize and interpret basic cardiac rhythms.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls.
- Contact providers and facilitate communication among care team members.
- Coordinate department paperwork and documentation.
- Enter and maintain information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Support daily operations of the Medical-Surgical, Swing Bed, CDU, and Birthing Center units.
- Assist with administrative and clerical functions to support efficient patient care delivery.
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and continuous pulse oximetry.
- Observe telemetry patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Recognize basic and life-threatening cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately.
- Promptly communicate significant rhythm changes to nursing staff.
- Maintain accurate telemetry monitoring records and documentation.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Employee wellness resources
- Pathway training
- Scholarships
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
