Telemetry Technician

Rush University Medical Center; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Weirton, inside Weirton Medical Center, seeks a Telemetry Technician for PRN/Per Diem shifts. Schedule is 6:00am–6:30pm, four 12-hour shifts in a 6-week period. Compensation is $21.00 per hour, with weekend differentials.

The role emphasizes monitoring patient rhythms, rapid alarm responses, and accurate EKG interpretation under RN supervision. Prior telemetry/EKG training is preferred; high school diploma required, nursing background optional.

Qualifications

• Must complete and pass EKG class for Monitor Techs and required competencies on education platform within 30 days of start date.
• Pass tests/competencies as required by Select Medical.

Responsibilities

• Continuously watching and ensuring appropriate and timely responses to alarms; verify identification of rhythms and maintain EKG monitor alarms.
• Observe all monitors and respond to alarms promptly and appropriately.
• Perform EKG interpretations including rate, rhythm, PRI, QRS, QT, ST segment, and rhythm interpretation.
• Ensure strip interpretations are validated by RN.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Alarm monitoring

Telemetry background

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing background (LPN/RN) preferred

Tools

EKG monitor equipment

Job description

Overview

Position: Telemetry Technician

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Weirton (located inside Weirton Medical Center)

Schedule: 6:00am-6:30pm, PRN/Per Diem, 4 12-hour shifts in a 6 week periodCompensation: $21.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for weekends

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Telemetry Technicians play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• You will assume responsibility for continuously watching and ensuring appropriate and timely responses to alarms. Verifying correct identification of basic rhythms, lethal rhythms and artifact; maintaining EKG monitor alarms and responding to all alarms as needed.
• Continuously observing all monitors assigned and responding to alarms promptly and appropriately.
• Completing EKG interpretations including: rate, regularity, PRI, QRS, QTI, QTc, ST segment, wave form alterations, and rhythm interpretation.
• Ensuring strip interpretations are validated by RN.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must complete and pass EKG class for Monitor Techs and required competencies on education platform within 30 days of start date in position and pass other tests/competencies as required by Select Medical.

Preferred qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred background as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)*, Licensed Paramedic or RN nursing student with EKG training (*LPNs are limited to working as telemetry tech only.)

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans