Telemetry Monitoring Technician

About the role

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is seeking a Telemetry Monitoring Technician to join our dedicated team at the Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC). This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and stability of monitored patients.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets rhythm strips and interval measurements and documents in patient chart.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency with the use of electronic Telemetry boxes, including set-up, cleaning, and battery use.
• Identifies anomalies indicative of change in patient(s) status or condition.
• Recognizes and responds immediately and appropriately to potential emergency situations.
• Collaborates and communicates with department team members to relay pertinent information regarding cardiac status.
• Able to activate Code Blue for life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias observed for telemetry patients by recognizing lethal arrhythmias.
• Cleans and sterilizes equipment and work space.
• Tunes and adjusts equipment to achieve optimum results and calms patient to eliminate telemetry artifacts.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots technical monitor problems and equipment malfunctions and refers to Biomedical Engineering for repairs when needed.
• Maintains continuous observation of monitored EKG patterns of patients on telemetry and reports significant information to appropriate nursing personnel.
• Collaborates and communicates with department team members to relay pertinent information regarding cardiac status.
• Evaluates cardiac monitoring strips for clarity and accuracy.
• Informs RN or physician of preliminary findings as requested, and according to department procedures.
• Participates in required ongoing unit education and staff meetings.
• Assists new employees with orientation and shares ideas for improvement.
• Trains and cross-trains other clinical staff as required.
• Instructs patients in pretest preparation, answers questions and explains procedures.
• Assists with notation and transcription of physician orders and enters patient information into the electronic health record and assists with patient admitting, transferring, and discharge procedures.
• Performs clerical support functions and patient care activities such as answering telephones, answering nurse call system, reporting patient or family requests to the primary caregiver, ordering and stocking unit supplies, and providing friendly service by greeting and assisting patients, families, coworkers, physicians, and other staff members to the unit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
• Knowledge of basic cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and practice.
• Knowledge of telemetry equipment.
• Ability to interpret rhythm strips and interval measurements accurately.
• Ability to recognize and respond to potential emergencies.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with department team members.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful environments.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to operate a personal computer utilizing a variety of applications.

Skills

• Skilled in making quick decisions with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in maintaining focus and concentration over extended periods of time.
• Skilled in reading telemetry monitors and interpreting rhythm strips.
• Skilled in monitoring and assessing patient status and taking appropriate action.
• Skilled in managing multiple priorities and tasks concurrently.
• Skilled in remaining calm in stressful environments.
• Skilled in analytical and critical thinking.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.
• Skilled in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of applications.

Pay

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances.
• Discounted Pet Insurance.
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment.
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• Licenses and certifications reimbursed and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Emergency Travel Assistance.
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility.
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, disability, and more.

Other Information

ANTHC offers a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.