Telemetry Technician-32 HR

Connecticut Children's; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children’s is seeking a Telemetry Technician to monitor cardiac rhythms, record data, and promptly report abnormalities to the medical team. You will apply age-appropriate care from neonate through adolescence and maintain cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients and families.

The role requires completion of a telemetry technician program, a high school diploma, and training in Cardiac Monitor Technician, with additional certifications such as CPR/BLS and crisis

Qualifications

• Completion of telemetry technician program with proof of certificate or equivalent documentation.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Cardiac Monitor Technician Training within 30 days of hire.
• CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers required within 1 month of hire.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training within 3 months of hire.
• Experience in telemetry: minimum 1 year; basic computer familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms, record pertinent data, and report abnormalities to the medical team.
• Apply knowledge of age-related differences for patients from neonates to adolescents.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in interactions with coworkers, patients, and families.
• Support the organization's mission and policies through professional behavior.
• Understand and follow Connecticut Children's policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Reading cardiac rhythms

Telemetry monitoring

Education

Telemetry technician certificate

High School diploma

Cardiac Monitor Technician Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based applications

Job description

Job Description

Reports to and is under the general supervision of the Manager and/or Assistant Manager of MS7, the Telemetry Technician monitors cardiac rhythms, records pertinent data and reports abnormalities to the medical team.

Reports to and is under the general supervision of the Manager and/or Assistant Manager of MS7, the Telemetry Technician monitors cardiac rhythms, records pertinent data and reports abnormalities to the medical team.

Responsibilities

• Based on orders placed by physicians and under supervision of registered nurses, the telemetry technician is responsible for monitoring cardiac rhythms, recording pertinent data, and reporting abnormalities to the medical team in accordance with established protocols.
• Applies knowledge of the age-related differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all interactions with coworkers, patients, and family members.
• Demonstrate support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with Connecticut Children’s standards.
• Understand and follow Connecticut Children's policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

• Education Required:Successful completion of a telemetry technician program with proof of certificate or equivalent documentation. High School Diploma or equivalent. Completion of Connecticut Children’s Cardiac Monitor Technician Training within 30 days of hire.
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of related job experience working in a telemetry role. Basic familiarity with computers. Experience navigating basic level web-based applications and Microsoft Office

License and/or Certifications Required:

• CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is preferred at time of hire, required within 1 month hire, and must be maintained thereafter.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training certification required within 3 months of hire and maintained thereafter.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to learn basic medical terminology, mathematics and measurements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills required. Ability to communicate in English is required.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Learn and follow established protocols.
• Learn and demonstrate competency in reading and interpreting cardiac rhythms.
• Ability to demonstrate competency in cardiac telemetry monitoring.

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.

Connecticut Children’s offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for eligible team members, including medical, dental and vision insurance, hospital paid life and disability coverage, paid time off and leave programs, education and training assistance, a retirement savings plan with hospital match, and an employment assistance program. Eligibility for certain benefits is based on scheduled hours worked. All team members are eligible to participate in the retirement savings plan, regardless of scheduled hours worked. Additional benefit information is available here .