EKG Telemetry Technician: Real-Time Rhythm Monitor

Utsw; Texas; Sur place; USD 25 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PPO medical plan day one

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Résumé du poste

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking an EKG Telemetry Technician responsible for continuously monitoring patients’ heart rhythms and oxygen saturation, detecting abnormal changes, and relaying critical information to clinicians.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, multitasking in a fast-paced hospital, and teamwork with nurses and physicians. A High School Diploma or GED, plus EKG/Telemetry training or 1+ year experience and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an EKG/Telemetry training course or at least one year of experience as a telemetry monitoring technician required.
• BLS certification required.
• Preferred: experience in a hospital setting; familiarity with EPIC or Cerner; National EKG Certification.

Responsabilités

• Continuous Monitoring: Monitor multiple patients’ heart rhythms and oxygen saturation remotely using telemetry systems.
• Identify and document arrhythmias, ischemic changes, and lethal dysrhythmias.
• Respond promptly to alarms and alerts, notifying appropriate medical personnel.
• EKG Procedures & Documentation: Assist with 5-lead EKG placements when needed.
• Document telemetry strips and ensure accurate charting in the patient’s record.
• Communication & Patient Safety: Relay urgent findings to the primary nurse or Rapid Response Team.
• Work closely with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance by protecting patient information.
• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Ensure telemetry monitors and leads are properly placed and functioning.
• Assist in troubleshooting telemetry unit malfunctions.
• Emergency Response: Recognize and report life-threatening cardiac events.
• Assist medical teams in emergency situations by providing rhythm strips and real-time data.
• Other Duties: Provides orientation for new staff and students in the work areas.
• Performs other dutie as assigned.

Connaissances

Telemetry monitoring

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

National EKG Certification

Outils

EPIC

Cerner

Description du poste

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking an EKG Telemetry Technician responsible for continuously monitoring patients’ heart rhythms and oxygen saturation, detecting abnormal changes, and relaying critical information to clinicians.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, multitasking in a fast-paced hospital, and teamwork with nurses and physicians. A High School Diploma or GED, plus EKG/Telemetry training or 1+ year experience and BLS certification are required.