Telemetry Tech

Garnet Health Medical Center; Midway Park (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown, NY seeks a Telemetry Tech for the Central Monitoring team. You will monitor cardiac rhythms, perform EKGs during evenings or nights, and support RN and physicians with patient care in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, experience as a Monitor Tech or with rhythm interpretation, and BLS/EKG competency within six months of hire. On-site work with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; ability to communicate with patients, visitors and staff both orally and in writing.
• Monitor Tech or fluent with Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation; six months patient care experience; EMT/Paramedic preferred.
• Course in cardiac arrhythmia interpretation with certificate; BLS current; EKG competency within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical and patient care tasks and continuous observation, interpretation, recording, and communication of cardiac rhythms of monitored patients.
• EKGs during evenings/nights when central coverage is unavailable.
• Maintains safety and accuracy in telemetry monitoring and collaborates with RN/physician.

Skills

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Assistant experience (preferred)

Job description

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Telemetry Tech on our Central Monitoring team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center-Middletown.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Responsibilities

Performs technical and patient care tasks and continuous observation, interpretation, recording, and communication of cardiac rhythms of monitored patients in a variety of age groups to the Registered Nurse and physician. Those hired to work evening and night shift will perform EKG’s during absence of Central EKG Telemetry Specialist during break/meal periods or sick leaves not able to be covered by part time or per diem Specialists.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and staff both orally and in writing.

Minimum Experience: Monitor Tech or fluent with Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation. Six months prior patient care experience; Nursing assistant, Pre-Nursing or Nursing Student (with completed A&P courses), EMT, or Paramedic preferred.

Required Certification/Registration: Successful completion of course in cardiac arrhythmia interpretation (ECG Fundamentals & Basic Dysrhythmias: Part 1- A&P and ECG) with course completion certificate required. Successful test grade required after completion of advanced ECG interpretation class in order to remain in telemetry tech position. BLS certification current and ongoing. EKG competency within 6 months of hire.

Physical Requirements:

Working Conditions:

Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.

Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs. When assigned as runner, walking and standing most of the day and may require bending, reaching, squatting. Reaches for, lifts and carries light to moderately heavy supplies. Visual acuity and color discrimination is required. Ability to communicate effectively and to comprehend conversation. Capable of working assigned hours at varied times during the day or night. Alertness required during all phases of work.

Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary. Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in the workload and work schedules. Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergencies. Ability to exercise sound technical judgment. Ability to communicate effectively.

The compensation range for the role is $27.44- $31.95 hourly

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Workplace type

On-site