Monitor Tech - Telemetry/EMU

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Telemetry Technician to monitor patients and report arrhythmias to nursing staff. This role requires a High School Diploma, experience in a hospital environment, and the ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machines. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in a hospital setting required.
• Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machines.
• Successful completion of the hospital’s training program required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report changes in patient's cardiac monitors.
• Recognize and document arrhythmias.
• Ensure emergency equipment is cleaned and checked.

Skills

Communication

Cardiac monitoring

EKG operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced Medical Technician program

CCU course

Job description

Job Description

Observes various monitors and alerts nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm, and the occurrence of arrhythmias.

Job Responsibilities

1. Observes cardiac and other monitors on patients.
2. Recognizes arrhythmias and obtains a documentary strip.
3. Reports all arrhythmias to the nurse responsible for the patient.
4. Obtains a baseline strip each shift on all monitored patients.
5. Replaces electrode pads, wires, and batteries as needed.
6. Obtains EKGs as necessary.
7. Ensures all emergency equipment is cleaned and checked.
8. Performs related duties as required.

ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Must successfully complete the hospital’s training program.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital setting functioning as a Nursing Attendant/Telemetry Technician, required.
• OR successful completion of an Advanced Medical Technician program, required.
• OR successful completion of a CCU course, required.
• Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machines, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and/or oral instructions.

Additional Salary Details

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed are a good faith estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant. This may be modified in the future. Several factors may be considered when determining the salary, including location, experience, education, credentials, and internal policies.