PCT/TELEMETRY TECHNICIAN

Overview

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs physical care of assigned patients (i.e. grooming, feeding etc.).

Responsibilities

-Collects specimens as needed. -Assists and accompanies patients during admission or discharge.

-Performs general care activities for patients.

-Records patients’ personal care andphysical findings.

-Performs a variety of tasks and activities according to the needs of the Department.

-Performs EKG, monitors ECG telemetry equipment and Phlebotomy on Patients.

Qualifications

-Must have two to three (2-3) years in acute/chronic orambulatory care setting. -

-High School graduate or GED and completed a PCT course which should include EKG and Phlebotomy.

-Good computer skills as well as organizational, written and verbal skills.

-Telemetry certification and BLS Certification required.

-Experience in Acute Psychiatry preferred. -Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.