BJC HealthCare System is now hiring a Full-Time Centralized Telemetry Runner for Barnes-Jewish Hospital (St. Louis, MO).

Position Details:

• Full-Time, 36 hours/week (Benefit-eligible)
• Overnight Shift Schedule: 3 days per week, 12-hour shifts (Hours: 7pm – 7aM)
• Rotation: Every other weekend and holidays, with additional pay for weekend work
• Responsibilities include delivering and maintaining telemetry equipment, hooking up patients, troubleshooting equipment, and supporting the Central Telemetry department

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and set up telemetry equipment for patients across various hospital units
• Connect patients to telemetry equipment and ensure proper functioning
• Troubleshoot telemetry devices as needed
• Support patient care through active walking and equipment management
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Utilize computer skills for documentation and reporting

Physical Requirements:

• Active walking throughout the hospital campus, including South, North, and Parkview Tower
• Ability to stand and walk extensively during shifts
• Carry up to 10 lbs and push carts 

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education

Experience:

• Telemetry experience preferred
• Healthcare experience involving patient contact or communication (preferred)
• Previous experience as a Tele-Runner is a plus
• If you experience in one of the following, you could be a good fit: Monitor Technician (Monitor Tech), EKG Technician (ECG Tech / Electrocardiograph Tech), Patient Care Tech (PCT), Cardiac Monitor Technician, Equipment Support Technician, Medical Equipment Preparer

 Next Steps:

• If selected to move forward with Interview Process, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screen

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Centralized Telemetry, a department in which trained monitor technicians observe and analyze various heart rhythms of patients who are admitted to the Centralized Telemetry Monitoring system. Technicians monitor patients within BJH North and South, as well as, BJ West County. Constant communication with nursing staff regarding changes in rhythm status is key to patient care. Technicians will call CODES if lethal rhythms are detected for patient safety and positive outcome of patient condition

Role Purpose

Provides support to the Tech II located at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Telemetry distribution center to ensure the prompt and accurate delivery of telemetry monitoring equipment and department specific information. Collaborates with monitoring technicians to verify correct attachment and receipt of telemetry signal while at the patient's bedside. Responsible for delivery and maintenance of inventory, including inventory storage, cleaning, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

Education

Experience

Supervisor Experience

Preferred Requirements

Experience

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At BJC we?re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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