Telemetry & Cardiac Rhythm Support Specialist

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician to observe patient cardiac rhythms, report arrhythmias, and assist with education on telemetry packs during admission and discharge. The role supports nursing staff and requires attention to detail in processing rhythm strips and alarms.

The position emphasizes rapid response to Code 68 events, accurate documentation in the EHR, and efficient handling of equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Complete Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Course with two chances to pass the RIC exam; failure on second attempt terminates.
• EMT-P certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile all cardiac and remote monitor orders with monitor and remote orders in Cerner.
• Use the cardiac monitoring system, adjust alarms, color codes for waveforms, admit/discharge per protocol; troubleshoot with Clinical Engineering.
• Interpret rhythms per telemetry protocols with nurse verification; document in the EHR.
• Assess alarm levels and communicate abnormalities to nursing; activate Code 68 for life‑threatening arrhythmias.
• Distribute and return monitoring equipment; maintain cleanliness and supplies (PAR level).
• Perform well in emergencies (Code 68, transfers).
• Review bed status charges for accuracy; complete monitor charges; restock medicine cupboards and filing drawers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Current medical terminology

Multitasking

Verbal/written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Course

EMT-P

Tools

Cerner

Cardiac monitoring system

Job description

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician to observe patient cardiac rhythms, report arrhythmias, and assist with education on telemetry packs during admission and discharge. The role supports nursing staff and requires attention to detail in processing rhythm strips and alarms.

The position emphasizes rapid response to Code 68 events, accurate documentation in the EHR, and efficient handling of equipment and supplies.