Ward Clerk (110326.4) FULL TIME
- Full-time
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About the job
Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician
Location: Hamilton, Montana | Full-Time | 36 Hours/Week
Looking for a rewarding healthcare career where you can make a direct impact on patient care? Bitterroot Health is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Ward Clerk / Telemetry Technician to join our Nursing Department in beautiful Hamilton, Montana. This unique dual-role position combines administrative support with patient monitoring responsibilities, making you an essential member of our healthcare team.
About the Role
The Ward Clerk provides clerical duties for the Medical-Surgical, Swing Bed, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Birthing Center Units. They are responsible for day-to-day activities in the department, i.e., answering phones, contacting providers, coordinating department paperwork and working within the electronic medical record. The Monitor Technician, also called the Telemetry Technician, observes the heart beats, electrocardiograms and continuous pulse oximetry of patients on telemetry for the inpatient and outpatient units. The telemetry technician is able to recognize basic cardiac rhythms including life threatening rhythms.
Key Responsibilities
Ward Clerk Duties
Answer and direct incoming phone calls
Contact providers and facilitate communication between care team members
Coordinate department paperwork and documentation
Enter and maintain information within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Support daily operations of Medical-Surgical, SWING, CDU, and Birthing Center units
Assist with administrative and clerical functions to ensure efficient patient care delivery
Telemetry Technician Duties
Monitor cardiac rhythms, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and continuous pulse oximetry
Observe telemetry patients across inpatient and outpatient settings
Recognize and respond appropriately to basic and life-threatening cardiac rhythms
Communicate significant rhythm changes to nursing staff promptly
Maintain accurate telemetry monitoring records and documentation
What You Bring
Education
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required
Licensure & Certifications
Successful completion of a Telemetry Course within six months of hire
Skills
Basic computer proficiency and ability to work within an Electronic Medical Record system
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to recognize and interpret basic cardiac rhythms
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and multitasking abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Benefits
This full-time position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Employee wellness resources
From Bitterroot Health's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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