Hybrid Telemetry Technician- Days 7AM-7PM- 36 Hours

Job Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 36 Job Summary: Reports to the Virtual Health inpatient Manager, the Telemetry Technician will assume responsibility for continuously observing and interpreting assigned ECG rhythm monitors. Ensuring prompt, appropriate response and maintenance of alarms or ECG changes. The Telemetry Technician will correctly identify and respond to basic rhythms, lethal rhythms, and artifact, escalating rhythm change notifications to the bedside nurse, charge nurse or Telemetry Technician team lead, based on established processes. Monitoring will take place from a centralized location. The Telemetry Technician will be required to monitor multiple patients for the entirety of the shift. Job Description: Job Title: Telemetry Technician (Cardiac Tech, EKG Tech, Tele Tech, Monitor Tech) Non-Exempt Shift: 36 Hours- Day Shift 7AM-7PM Starting at $19.40/hr. Plus Shift Differential for eligible shifts BENEFITS: • Working in a Centralized Unit based out of the St. Elizabeth, Ft. Thomas Hospital • Paid Training • Growth Opportunities • Paid Time Off • Medical, Dental, and Vision • 403b with Match • Opportunity for Career Growth DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform various activities regarding telemetry monitoring on patients requiring continual cardiac monitoring. Oversee and communicate cardiac patterns on telemetric devices • Ensures complete and accurate information in the Electronic Health Record • Document irregular rhythms and monitor changes in heartbeat. • Communicates in an effective and professional manner with patients, providers, support employees, co-workers, and management. • Contributes to the development of protocols, procedures, patient education, and training as assigned. Participates in peer review, quality assurance, and other committee functions. • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. • Appropriately processes admissions, transfers, and discharge orders. • Assist in the orientation of new telemetry technician personnel • Knowledge of Electronic Health Records – (EPIC). EDUCATION: Minimum: • High School Diploma/G.E.D. • Complete SEH/SEP ECG class and pass exam yearly minimum score of 85% and 100% on lethal arrhythmias YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Minimum: 1 year of applicable experience. Must be a quick learner, adaptable, able to work in pressure situations, able work well in a group setting, and coachable and open to learning a new skill. Desired: Prior experience as a telemetry technician LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Minimum: Must have a valid driver’s license for travel between sites. Desired: Telemetry Technician Certification. REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. • Knowledge of Electronic Health Records – (EPIC). • Work professionally with providers, administration (SEP and SEH), associates and the public. • Organized, neat and self-motivated. • Warm personality and concern for others. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Ability to affect change. • Ability to perform critical analysis. • Self-directed. • Work well telephonically as well as face-to-face. • Ability to work autonomously. • Positive attitude. • Quest for learning and excellence. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Right Career. Right Here. If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other. Apply tot his job