Cardiac Telemetry Technician - Monitor & Respond

Northwestern Medicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Huntley, Illinois, is seeking a Telemetry Technician responsible for monitoring heart conditions. The role involves attaching electrode lead lines, obtaining ECG readings, and recognizing any patient distress. Candidates must have a High School diploma, complete ECG interpretation coursework, and hold a CPR certification. This position offers various benefits to support employee well-being and may include sign-on bonus eligibility for certain candidates.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Successful completion of ECG interpretation coursework is necessary.
• CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Attaches electrode lead lines to body areas based on tests.
• Prepares skin and surroundings to ensure valid results.
• Obtains and documents ECG readings as directed.
• Performs continual surveillance of multiple monitors.
• Identifies significant arrhythmias and/or signs of distress.
• Identifies and corrects for artifacts.
• Edits and forwards results to attending physician.
• Maintains ECG equipment and supplies.

Education

High School diploma

Successful completion of ECG interpretation coursework

CPR – Basic Life Support

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Huntley, Illinois, is seeking a Telemetry Technician responsible for monitoring heart conditions. The role involves attaching electrode lead lines, obtaining ECG readings, and recognizing any patient distress. Candidates must have a High School diploma, complete ECG interpretation coursework, and hold a CPR certification. This position offers various benefits to support employee well-being and may include sign-on bonus eligibility for certain candidates.