Cardiac Telemetry Specialist I

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is seeking a Telemetry Technician responsible for cardiac rhythm interpretation via remote systems, monitoring patient populations of all ages, and reporting rhythm disturbances. The role supports safety and effective communication with nurses and remote care areas.

You will manage monitor alarms per protocol, run EKG strips, document interpretations, maintain telemetry supplies, and participate in unit safety activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and training in telemetry interpretation
• Experience in acute care telemetry monitoring preferred
• BLS within 90 days of hire and Rhythm Analysis Technician certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Initiate timely emergency measures according to role responsibilities
• Interpret and report cardiac arrhythmias to the nurse caring for the patient
• Respond to monitor alarms per protocol and document interpretations
• Maintain telemetry equipment and supplies
• Communicate patient rhythm information to providers and nurses
• Support unit safety and infection control procedures

Skills

Telemetry interpretation

Cardiac monitoring

Communications

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Monitoring surveillance course

EKG training

Tools

Telemetry system

EKG equipment

Job description

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is seeking a Telemetry Technician responsible for cardiac rhythm interpretation via remote systems, monitoring patient populations of all ages, and reporting rhythm disturbances. The role supports safety and effective communication with nurses and remote care areas.

You will manage monitor alarms per protocol, run EKG strips, document interpretations, maintain telemetry supplies, and participate in unit safety activities.