Telemetry Technician CDH Telemetry Full Time Nights

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Telemetry Technician to join their team. This full-time position involves performing telemetry monitoring to assist in diagnosing and treating heart conditions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for attaching electrodes, preparing patients for tests, and conducting continual surveillance of multiple monitors. If you are passionate about patient care and have the necessary qualifications, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and professional environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and ECG interpretation coursework required.
• CPR certification is mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry to provide critical data for heart condition diagnosis.
• Identify arrhythmias and intervene during patient distress.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Patient surveillance

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Education

High School diploma

ECG interpretation coursework

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Description

Full time 0.9, 7pm-7:30am

The Telemetry Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Performs telemetry monitoring to provide data for the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Attaches electrode lead lines to proper body areas based on type of test ordered.
• Prepares skin and surroundings to ensure valid results.
• Obtains and documents ECG readings as directed.
• Performs continual surveillance of multiple monitors.
• Identifies significant arrhythmias and/or signs of patient distress and intervenes appropriately.
• Identifies and corrects for artifacts.
• Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
• Maintains ECG equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma
• Successful completion of ECG interpretation coursework
• CPR – Basic Life Support

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.