Telemetry Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to speak and hear for effective communication.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and position patients and equipment.
• Long hours without breaks may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of CNA, medical terminology, and/or Fundamentals in Nursing courses.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, or Corpsmen credential.
• One year of experience as a nursing assistant or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques for administering and providing basic patient care services.
• Knowledge of supplies used in patient care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Understanding of asepsis and sterile techniques to avoid infection of patients and self or contamination of equipment and supplies.
• Basic knowledge of keyboarding and computer operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care services.
• Ensure daily living activities are performed as scheduled and documented.
• Perform technical skills according to standards as assigned or delegated.
• Respond promptly to call lights as appropriate.
• Proactively participate in implementing patient care plans.
• Schedule patients for treatments, procedures, and tests according to standards.
• Follow safety rules in all areas of patient care and ensure a safe patient environment.
• Maintain patient data and records.
• Communicate patient and family healthcare needs to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Report significant events and information promptly to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with planning by sharing input from patients and families with the appropriate team member.
• Answer telephone calls and call lights appropriately and promptly, delivering information to appropriate team members.
• Maintain supplies and equipment in the assigned area, ensure patient care and unit equipment are in proper working order, and maintain adequate supply inventory.
• Perform courier services as requested.
• Participate as a team member to achieve business goals, quality outcomes, and customer satisfaction.
• Assist team members as requested or required.
• Participate in committees, councils, performance improvement activities, unit meetings, and education as requested or required.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance and successfully complete probation and annual skills and competency requirements.
• Practice within legal, ethical, and professional boundaries and maintain expertise in the area.
• Demonstrate positive team-based behaviors as a role model and pursue personal professional growth through advanced knowledge and skills.
• Safeguard confidential information and comply with laws and regulations governing healthcare organizations.
• Perform other roles, duties, and special projects as needed or assigned.