Telemetry Technician

Position Summary The Temeletry Technician interpretes rhythm strips and provides continuous monitor and patient observation. The Telemetry Technician performs rhythm strip documentation, patient oxygen percentages, and may perform EKG's as instructed by professional staff.

This position works under the supervision of the licensed nurse. The Telemetry Technician effectively communicates with professional nursing staff in the event of an emergency, ands is ability to adapt and maintain calm demeanor in an ever-changing, fast-paced working environment. The Telemetry Technician acts within the standards of behavior of Appalachian Regional Healthcare System.

The Telemetry Technicians behavior aligns with the strategic vision, mission, and values of the organization. Similarly, this individual practices compassion and respect for the inherit dignity, worth, identity, and unique attributes of each individual. Position Qualifications Minimum Education High School Diploma is required at time of hire.

Experience Previous experience in the medical field, or similar role is preferred. Required Registration/License/Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) issued from the American Heart Association is required at the time of hire. Successful completion of telemetry course with passing score as outlined in policy/procedures and obtained by Appalachian Regional Healthcare System.

Completes telemetry course and passes the test on cardiac monitoring. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public, patients, family, staff, and physicians; acts within the chain of command, utilizing positive verbal and non-verbal skills. Competent in delivering safe and effective patient care within limits of certification and hospital policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the continuum of care. Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, family, staff, and physicians. Computer skills including data entry and the EMR. Physical Demands Lifts, positions, pushes, pulls, and/or transfers up to and greater than 50 pounds.

Manual dexterity and mobility. Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking. Bending, squatting, twisting, and turning.

Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less. Working Conditions Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases. Frequently exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment, odorous chemicals, and specimens and unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces), etc.

Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) and emergencies. Continuous standing and walking long periods to or greater than > 8 hours per shift. Speaking, reading, and writing, expanded > 8 hours per day.

Exposed to vibration and cramped spaces > 1-hour day. Frequently per shift: lifts, carries, pushes, and/or pulls > 50 lbs. Frequently per hour: bends, squats, kneels, twists, turns, and reaches.

Frequently per minute: hand, finger, and wrist repetition and moderate dexterity. Frequently per hour: exposed to soft voices > 3 feet away. Frequently per hour: exposed to close eye work. Infrequently per shift: may be exposed to Ionizing/nonionizing radiation exposure, including x-ray and microwave.