Telemetry Tech

Ascension; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a Telemetry Technician for night shifts. You will provide real-time cardiac monitoring and serve as the first line of eyes for baseline changes, ensuring accurate rhythm interpretation and documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 2 years of experience, or an Associate's/Technical degree, with preferred BLS certification. Join a team focused on patient safety and reliable telemetry support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years of experience, or an Associate's/Technical degree required.
• Telemetry tech, Patient Care Tech or recent hospital experience.
• BLS Provider preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time cardiac monitoring for high-acuity patients and detect baseline changes.
• Analyze, interpret, and document complex cardiac rhythms to maintain precise clinical records.
• Escalate critical cardiac events to nursing and medical teams immediately.
• Maintain unit readiness by overseeing telemetry device inventory and troubleshooting technical issues.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree

Technical degree

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Schedule: Nights | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Jacksonville, FL
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Schedule: Nights | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide real-time cardiac monitoring for high-acuity patients, serving as the critical first set of eyes to detect subtle and acute baseline changes.
• Accurately analyze, interpret, and document complex cardiac rhythms and shifts to maintain a precise clinical record for each patient.
• Function as a vital communication link by immediately escalating critical cardiac events, lethal arrhythmias, and significant rhythm changes to nursing and medical teams.
• Maintain unit readiness by overseeing telemetry device inventory, managing equipment distribution, and rapidly troubleshooting technical issues to ensure uninterrupted monitoring.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
• Telemetry tech, Patient Care Tech or recent hospital experience.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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