ECG Telemetry Technician | Monitor, Interpret & Collaborate

Virtua Health; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) / 401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in New Jersey seeks a Telemetry Technician to monitor and interpret ECGs under RN supervision. You will communicate rhythm changes to the RN and document interpretations accurately, ensuring safety standards are followed.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 months of experience, knowledge of dysrhythmia and SPO2 monitoring, and strong organizational and teamwork skills. A high school diploma and basic dysrhythmia training are required.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months previous experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dysrhythmia and heart blocks as well as knowledge of SPO2 monitoring and alarm response preferred.
• Strong organizational and interprofessional skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
• Ability to operate electronic computer-based equipment.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets ECG monitors.
• Identifies and responds by communicating changes in patient’s ECG to the RN.
• Documents calculations and interpretation on required forms.
• Demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles with equipment.
• Records information on forms in the department as needed.
• Assists with orientation of healthcare team and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Dysrhythmia knowledge

Alarm response

Organizational skills

Interprofessional skills

Prioritization

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ECG monitors

Job description

Virtua Health in New Jersey seeks a Telemetry Technician to monitor and interpret ECGs under RN supervision. You will communicate rhythm changes to the RN and document interpretations accurately, ensuring safety standards are followed.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 months of experience, knowledge of dysrhythmia and SPO2 monitoring, and strong organizational and teamwork skills. A high school diploma and basic dysrhythmia training are required.