Patient Care Tech, Full-time, Telemetry, EWCH, Murphy, NC

Job Summary

A non-licensed healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health Systems is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients.

About the role

The Patient Care Technician must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on Med/Surg/ICU. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change.

Responsibilities

• Observes central cardiac telemetry monitors.
• Identifies cardiac arrhythmias and any changes in patient's rate and rhythm and communicates with staff nurse.
• Functions in role of Health Unit Coordinator, which includes preparation of patient records, answering phones and call lights, and other clerical duties as assigned.
• Collaborative effort with nursing team to provide excellent patient care.

Requirements

• BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward.
• Must pass initial arrhythmia course prior to completion of orientation period.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Computer experience.

Benefits

• Not specified.

Pay

• Not specified.

Schedule

• Standard Hours - Regular.