Tele Sitter Technician - Full-Time Nights(36 hrs/week), Pennsauken

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life‑changing care, or something in‑between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet‑recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Pennsauken - 6991 North Park Dr. Remote Type: On‑Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 36 Job Summary The Tele Sitter Technician provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. Verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at risk behaviors. Alerts the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Communicates with and supports healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s). They will also maintain and demonstrate high standards of professional ethics. Position Responsibilities Always maintains visual observation of patients. Verbally redirects patient over digital 2‑way audio device that is in patient room. Immediately alerts the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs. Actively participates in learning new skills needed to support new and/or expanded programs and services. Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate care to this patient population based on the patient's individualized care needs as delegated by the RN. Participates in hand‑off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment. Demonstrates understanding and practicing the use of tele‑sitter software program. Position Qualifications Required Required Experience 1‑year previous experience in a hospital environment required. 1‑year direct patient care experience required. Required Education High School diploma or GED Training / Certification / Licensure Successful completion of Observer course Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Preferred Certification preferred (patient care technician, nurse assistant, medical assistant) Hourly Rate: $19.54 - $29.20 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Benefits Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance health and dependent care flexible spending accounts 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement) paid time off paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance tuition assistance employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies #J-18808-Ljbffr Virtua