[UEU-685] - Patient Observation Technician

[UEU-685] - Patient Observation Technician

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, West Park Healthcare Centre and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital,



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Union: Non Union
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Telemonitoring
Reports To: Manager
Salary Range: $23.54 to $29.49 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Hours: 37.5 Hrs/Week; 12 Hour Shifts - Days, Nights and Weekends
Status: Permanent Full Time, contingent on funding

Job Summary:

The UHN Halo Telemonitor Program is dedicated to remotely monitoring and ensuring the safety of patients. As a member of the Telemonitoring team, the Patient Observation Technician provides continuous observation & monitoring to patients who are identified as a safety risk.

The principal responsibilities include: provides continuous remote observation to an identified group of patients; sets up software & equipment for remote observation; receives report and documents relevant patient activity as necessary; re-directs the patient via audio device as necessary; works with & seeks assistance from inter-disciplinary team as required; identifies & reports all safety concerns; and performs cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with job classification as assigned or requested.

As a member of the team, you will play a vital role in providing support and assistance to patients through remote communication channels. This position requires excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. Joining our Telemonitoring team offers opportunities for growth and advancement within the program.

Duties:

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The original job offer can be found in Kit Job:
https://www.kitjob.ca/job/85444108/ueu-685-patient-observation-technician-toronto/?utm_source=html