Remote Cardiac Telemetry Technician

Henry Ford Health; Grand Blanc (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health Genesys is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician for the Grand Blanc, Michigan location. The role supports the RN in patient care by accurately monitoring cardiac rhythms and promptly acting on detected arrhythmias, ensuring patient safety and quality care on the unit.

The Telemetry Monitor Technician will handle setup, patient data entry, patient education on remote monitoring, and coordination with the care team while maintaining equipment and adhering to HIPAA and policy

Qualifications

• Certified BLS Provider required within 3 months.
• Pass Basic Hospital Dysrhythmia course within the first 35–45 days.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Dysrhythmia training and exam completed.
• Experience or education in a medically related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Confers with department ordering Remote Telemetry to gather patient data (history, code status, diagnosis, room).
• Selects and prepares telemetry box and inputs patient information into RCMS.
• Applies heart monitor to patient when initiating monitoring.
• Explains remote monitoring process to the patient and answers questions.
• Demonstrates respect for patients’ rights, dignity, and cultural preferences.
• Recognizes cardiac rhythms, posts strips, and notifies RN/SWAT/Code Team as needed.
• Maintains equipment and replenishes supplies; notifies supervisor of malfunctions.
• Retrieves telemetry boxes at discharge or when monitoring ends.

Skills

BLS Provider

Cardiac rhythm recognition

Interpersonal skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Henry Ford Health Genesys is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician for the Grand Blanc, Michigan location. The role supports the RN in patient care by accurately monitoring cardiac rhythms and promptly acting on detected arrhythmias, ensuring patient safety and quality care on the unit.

The Telemetry Monitor Technician will handle setup, patient data entry, patient education on remote monitoring, and coordination with the care team while maintaining equipment and adhering to HIPAA and policy