Telemetry Monitor Technician

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care Team!

Trinity Health, one of the nation's top health care services providers, spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. SJMHS represents more than 2,700 physicians and 14,000 nurses and staff, and includes 5 Hospitals, 5 Outpatient Health Centers, 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers.

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life. Our Core Values, Reverence, Commitment to the Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity guide our behaviors to help us achieve our Vision.

SUMMARY:

The Telemetry Monitor Technician (TMT) will monitor, recognize and report cardiac arrhythmias to the RN caring for the patient. The TMT will also observe a group of patients remotely using continuous tele-visual monitoring to assure patient safety. In addition, the TMT will perform other various duties related to patient monitoring and equipment maintenance in the central station and on the patient care units.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms for a group of patients assigned to the Central Monitoring Area.

• Monitors a group of patients using continuous tele-visual monitoring to assure patient safety including patients at risk for falls, elopement, or other safety issues as identified by the nurse.

• Documents cardiac rhythms on the Cardiac Monitor Flow Sheet and patient behaviors/interventions on the Patient Monitoring Log.

• Delivers rhythm strips and other patient care documentation to the patient care units as needed.

• Collaborates with nursing leadership to prioritize/allocate use of monitoring resources such as telemetry and continuous visual monitoring cameras.

• Delivers telemetry and/or other monitoring equipment to floor, then nursing staff performs monitor hook up, patient preparation and teaching related to cardiac monitor.

• Disconnects, cleans and returns monitors and video cameras to the Central Monitoring Area upon completion of use.

• Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participates in their resolution.

• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patients, physicians, employees, and visitors to Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.

• Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

• Provides quality patient care by considering the age specific, development and cultural needs through competent clinical practice.

• Additional duties as assigned by the hiring manager/supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Must be able to read and write English at a high school level.

• Ability to perform some arithmetic calculations to calculate cardiac intervals.

• Previous experience reading monitors or EKGs required.

• Must successfully complete a basic arrhythmia class and receive a passing score within first 30 days of employment.

• Must complete an arrhythmia competency test and receive a passing score during the annual CMT Blitz education.

• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with various health care team members.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work under stressful situations, remain calm, work at a fast pace while maintaining accuracy in work.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time, watching computer screens and also be able to walk long distances.

• Adequate visual acuity to observe cardiac monitors for long periods of time and to analyze monitor strips.

Employees of Trinity Health Michigan enjoy…

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• Competitive compensation

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance and Disability

• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

Visit www.stjoeshealth.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan.

Successful candidate will be subject to mandatory vaccinations/immunizations unless they qualify for an available exemption.

This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities, the specialized job functions, and the essential requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under the American's with Disability Act, the Michigan Handicapper's Act, or SJMHS's Return to Work Program.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.