Heart Rhythm Telemetry Specialist

Northwell; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health seeks a telemetry technician to provide direct patient care in the telemetry unit. You will operate ECG equipment, monitor cardiac rhythms, and communicate findings to nurses and physicians.

The role includes documenting rhythm strips, maintaining alarms, and supporting admission and discharge processes. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, NY DOH AEMT-CC or EMT-P certification preferred, and about one year of related experience in EMS, hospital, or telemetry settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Currently certified by the New York State Department of Health as an AEMT-CC or EMT-P, preferred.
• One year active full-time experience as EMT-P or AEMT-CC or telemetry technician, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates telemetry and ECG equipment.
• Observes cardiac monitor tracing of assigned patients on telemetry.
• Monitors ECG monitoring bank and ensures alarms are on.
• Documents rhythm strips, rate, and changes; notifies nurse.
• Provides rate and rhythm interpretations within 30 minutes of connection.
• Assists in admissions and discharge processes.

Education

New York DOH AEMT-CC or EMT-P certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Northwell Health seeks a telemetry technician to provide direct patient care in the telemetry unit. You will operate ECG equipment, monitor cardiac rhythms, and communicate findings to nurses and physicians.

The role includes documenting rhythm strips, maintaining alarms, and supporting admission and discharge processes. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, NY DOH AEMT-CC or EMT-P certification preferred, and about one year of related experience in EMS, hospital, or telemetry settings.