Telemetry Technician

Northwell Health; Town of Riverhead (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Telemetry Technician to provide direct patient care in the Telemetry Unit, monitor ECG and alert staff to rhythm changes, perform phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, wound care, and vital signs.

The role includes setting up monitoring equipment, documenting rhythms, assisting with admissions and discharges, and supporting inventory and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Currently certified by NYSDOH as an AEMT-CC or EMT-P (preferred).
• One year of active, full-time EMT-P/AEMT-CC or telemetry technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates telemetry and ECG equipment and monitors cardiac tracing.
• Records heart rate, PR interval and rhythm; notifies nurse of changes.
• Assists with admissions and discharge processes.
• Orders telemetry supplies and maintains equipment as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Specimens & Cultures

Vital signs

Wound care

ADL support

Education

High School Diploma

AEMT-CC or EMT-P (preferred)

Job description

Every other weekend and holidays

Provides direct care for an assigned group of patients. Shares accountability for quality patient outcomes. Observes the bank of electrocardiogram (ECG) monitors and alert nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm and the occurrence of dysrhythmias in the Telemetry Unit. Performs functions requiring skill and demonstrated competency such as, but not limited to: phlebotomy, EKG, obtaining specimens and cultures, activities of daily living, simple wound dressings and vital signs.

Job Description

Provides direct care for an assigned group of patients. Shares accountability for quality patient outcomes. Observes the bank of electrocardiogram (ECG) monitors and alert nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm and the occurrence of dysrhythmias in the Telemetry Unit. Performs functions requiring skill and demonstrated competency such as, but not limited to: phlebotomy, EKG, obtaining specimens and cultures, activities of daily living, simple wound dressings and vital signs.

Job Responsibility

• Performs various procedures as directed. Sets-up and operates telemetry and electrocardiogram equipment. Observes cardiac monitor tracing of assigned patients on telemetry. Monitors ECG monitoring bank. Places patient on cardiac monitoring using proper skin preparation. Obtains clear, readable six second strips. Ensures monitor alarms are on when patient is on unit. Records measurements of heart rate, PR interval and QRs on rhythm strips. Documents rhythms with measurements on worksheet of all patients once a shift as necessary. Identifies NSR, SB, ST Asytole, PACS, SVT, A-Fib, A-Flutter, PVCs, VT, Bigeminy, Trigeminy. Ensures recorded rhythm strips are mounted and placed on patients chart after review by the nurse. Documents changes in rhythm and rate; and notifies nurse. Provides nurses with initial rate and rhythm interpretation within 30 minutes of being connected to monitor. Implements cardiac monitoring orders as requested by the nurse. Review cardiac monitoring orders as requested by the nurse. Participates in the orientation of new telemetry technicians. 2.Assists in ordering telemetry supplies and maintaining equipment. Maintains necessary supplies and inventory. Completes requisition forms with necessary data to maintain a supply of materials. Calls Bio-Medical Engineering/Maintenance, as necessary, for mechanical problems. Cleans cardiac monitoring equipment per infection control and bioengineering procedures 3.Assists with the admissions and discharge processes. 4.Performs related duties, as required. *ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Currently certified by the New York State Department of Health as an AEMT-CC or EMT-P, preferred.
• One (1) year active, full-time experience either in a pre-hospital setting or hospital setting as EMT-P or AEMT-CC OR one (1) year current experience as a telemetry technician, preferred.
• Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).