Telemetry Tech PCU Full Time Days

$7500 Sign on Bonus

About Hilton Head Regional Healthcare

Hilton Head Regional Healthcare provides comprehensive healthcare to the Lowcountry at four locations including Coastal Carolina Hospital, Hilton Head Hospital, the Bluffton Medical Campus and the Bluffton-Okatie Outpatient Center. Coastal Carolina Hospital (CCH) is a 41-bed acute care hospital located in Hardeeville, S.C., serving the medical and healthcare needs of Jasper and Beaufort counties since November 2004.

Hilton Head Hospital (HHH) is a 109-bed acute care hospital located on Hilton Head Island, S.C. Opened in 1974, HHH serves Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Okatie and surrounding counties. All facilities are owned and operated by Dallas-based Tenet Healthcare Corp.

Both hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation's oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency. Learn more about Hilton Head Regional Healthcare at www.hiltonheadregional.com.

About Hilton Head Hospital

Hilton Head Hospital (HHH) is a 109-bed acute care hospital located at 25 Hospital Center Boulevard in Hilton Head Island, SC. Opened in 1974, HHH serves Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Okatie and surrounding counties through its care team of over 600 colleagues and over 100 physicians.

The hospital provides a continuum of services through its centers and programs, including a 24-hour emergency department, critical care, cardiac care ranging from minimally invasive to open heart surgery, obstetrics/gynecology, urology, a nationally accredited breast health center, spine care, gastroenterology, surgical services, cardiac and physical rehabilitation, and a 12-bed geriatric psychiatric inpatient unit. To learn more about Hilton Head Hospital, please visit www.hiltonheadregional.com.

Telemetry Tech Progressive Care Unit Full Time Days Position Summary

The Telemetry Technician initiates, monitors, and discontinues telemetry monitoring of assigned patient population according to unit protocols and will documents accurately/completely as required. Continuously watches cardiac monitors for changes or disturbance in rate or rhythm.

Recognizes and reports all monitor alarm conditions to include life-threatening and lethal arrhythmias to appropriate nursing staff. The Telemetry Technician directs communication regarding telemetry monitoring with both nursing and ancillary units. Maintains telemetry log book, monitoring devices and all necessary supplies for the telemetry monitoring station.

THE TELEMETRYTECH PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT FULL TIME DAYS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.

Education and Training:

1.High School degree or equivalent preferred.

2.Successful completion of basic arrhythmia course preferred.

3.Successful completion of the Basic EKG and Dysrhythmia Recognition Exam within 90 days of hire.

Experience:

1.Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

2.Previous telemetry or patient care experience preferred.

Desired / Preferred Attributes:

1.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

2.Ability to demonstrate proper customer service and problem solving skills.

3.Ability to quickly organize and multi-task.

4.Ability to respond to emergencies and unpredictable situations in a calm manner, exercising good judgment, and supporting unit staff as needed.

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