Under the supervision of the Patient Support Service Supervisor and on-duty charge nurse, the hospital telemetry technician carries out dysrhythmia monitoring responsibilities. As needed, the hospital telemetry assistant will participate in other patient care-related duties within the unit under supervision. The telemetry technician will call for additional assistance as needed.

This dual hybrid position requires direct patient care and remote cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation. Duties include assisting with bathing, performing routine skin care, and additional care as directed by the RN. Observes patient, preventing them from pulling out medical tubes/equipment. Prevents patients from harming themselves. Observe the patient's cardiac rhythm, report all variances to the nursing staff, and document rhythm strips.

10 West ICU is a 13-bed mixed Medical ICU/Coronary Contained Unit specializes in Pre-Cardiac Transplants, Congestive Heart Failure, Acute MI, CRRT, neurological patients and complex ventilation using the latest equipment and technologies. The unit is actively involved in promoting community health.

• Successful completion of a Telemetry ECG technician program, Telemetry Tech orientation, or EKG Class.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Recent Telemetry Technician experience.

• A passing score on the ICU Telemetry Exam (to be completed during the interview process if selected).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with all levels of staff and patients.

• One (1+) or more years of Telemetry Tech experience.

• Previous patient care experience.

• Recent acute care CNA experience is highly preferred.

• EMT certification and/or experience.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.