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TBD Position Summary The Virtual Telesitter is an incredible opportunity for someone who wants to play a vital role in our health care team. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy collaborative work ...

TBD Position Summary The Virtual Telesitter is an incredible opportunity for someone who wants to play a vital role in our health care team. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy collaborative work ...

TBD Position Summary The Virtual Telesitter is an incredible opportunity for someone who wants to play a vital role in our health care team. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy collaborative work ...

... Virtual Safety Attendant / Telesitter Program When assigned, the Patient Care Technician may function as a Virtual Safety Attendant supporting the hospital's Telesitter patient monitoring program

PCT/Nursing Assistant

Concord, MA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

... Virtual Safety Attendant / Telesitter Program When assigned, the Patient Care Technician may function as a Virtual Safety Attendant supporting the hospital's Telesitter patient monitoring program

PCT/Nursing Assistant

Concord, MA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

... Virtual Safety Attendant / Telesitter Program When assigned, the Patient Care Technician may function as a Virtual Safety Attendant supporting the hospital's Telesitter patient monitoring program

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How much do virtual telesitter jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual telesitter in the United States is $24.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Virtual Telesitter job?

A Virtual Telesitter is a remote healthcare worker who monitors patients via video to ensure their safety and prevent falls or self-harm. They observe multiple patients at once and communicate with onsite staff if intervention is needed. This role is crucial in hospitals and care facilities to support patient well-being while reducing the need for in-room sitters. Virtual Telesitters do not provide direct medical care but serve as an extra set of eyes to enhance patient safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Virtual Telesitter position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Telesitter, you need strong observational skills, attention to detail, and experience in patient care—often supported by CNA certification or prior healthcare experience. Familiarity with remote video monitoring systems and secure communication platforms is necessary, and training on patient privacy and hospital protocols is typically provided. Patience, excellent communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this position. These skills help ensure patient safety, timely intervention, and effective collaboration with onsite healthcare teams.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Virtual Telesitter?

As a Virtual Telesitter, your daily responsibilities primarily involve continuously monitoring designated patients via video feeds to ensure their safety and well-being. You are expected to promptly recognize and report any risky behaviors or emergencies to the clinical staff, document observations accurately, and maintain open communication with your healthcare team. While you work remotely, you play a critical role in preventing falls, self-harm, or other incidents, acting as an extra set of eyes for nursing staff. The role requires periods of sustained attention, consistent multitasking, and a strong commitment to patient confidentiality throughout your shift.
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Virtual Telesitter

$20.27 - $29.16/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


MultiCare Health System rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 267 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

183rd of 864 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.


FTE: 0.6, Shift: Day, Schedule: TBD

Position Summary

The Virtual Telesitter is an incredible opportunity for someone who wants to play a vital role in our health care team. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy collaborative work environments, and have excellent prioritization skills, this is the role for you.
As a Virtual Telesitter at MultiCare you will provide first-line support for at-risk patients. You will maintain patient safety allowing the entire nursing staff to achieve the best of health care management and outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • You will provide continuous remote monitoring and observation of assigned patients
  • Support patients with verbal redirection to avoid engaging in at-risk behaviors
  • Partner with nursing staff in full collaboration
  • You will utilize your independent decision-making skills within a supportive environment
  • You will manage appropriate supplemental documentation for observation periods

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant license (CNA)
  • Current BLS certification
  • Successful completion of monitoring equipment class within one (1) month of hire
  • Previous patient care experience preferred

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $20.27 - $29.16 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.


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About MultiCare

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MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 12 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tacoma, WA, US