Telemetry Technician | Day Shift | Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Advocate Health; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Oakbrook Terrace, IL is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician to support clinical teams by monitoring patients' cardiac rhythms and communicating changes in status in a timely manner. No prior healthcare experience is required.

Telemetry education and competency training are provided to help you succeed in this role within a hospital environment that values patient safety and teamwork. The position is full-time, onsite with three 12-hour shifts weekly, including every third

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to successfully complete telemetry education and competency requirements within 6-12 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry systems for assigned patients.
• Promptly notify nursing staff of any changes in a patient's heart rhythm.
• Record and document patient heart rhythms on an hourly basis and whenever changes occur.
• Run telemetry strips according to established policies and procedures.
• Alert nursing staff when telemetry signals are interrupted or equipment requires attention.
• Maintain daily inventory of telemetry transmitters and lead wires.
• Handle confidential patient information with professionalism and discretion.
• Collaborate closely with registered nurses and other members of the healthcare team to support quality patient care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Telemetry education readiness

Fast-paced environment focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Oakbrook Terrace, IL 1901 S. Meyers Road

Join Our Team and Play a Vital Role in Patient Care

Advocate Health is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Telemetry Monitor Technician to support our clinical teams by monitoring patients' cardiac rhythms and ensuring timely communication of changes in patient status. This role is ideal for individuals interested in healthcare careers and offers valuable experience in a fast-paced hospital environment.

No prior experience is required. We provide telemetry education and competency training to help you succeed in this role.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, onsite position
• Three 12-hour shifts per week
• Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Every third weekend rotation
• Rotating holiday schedule
• Comprehensive on-the-job telemetry training provided
• Great opportunity to start or grow a healthcare career

What You'll Do

As a Telemetry Monitor Technician, you will:

• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry systems for assigned patients.
• Promptly notify nursing staff of any changes in a patient's heart rhythm.
• Record and document patient heart rhythms on an hourly basis and whenever changes occur.
• Run telemetry strips according to established policies and procedures.
• Alert nursing staff when telemetry signals are interrupted or equipment requires attention.
• Maintain daily inventory of telemetry transmitters and lead wires.
• Handle confidential patient information with professionalism and discretion.
• Collaborate closely with registered nurses and other members of the healthcare team to support quality patient care.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to successfully complete telemetry education and competency requirements within 6-12 weeks of hire.

Experience

• No prior healthcare experience required.
• Previous exposure to healthcare, customer service, monitoring, or clerical work is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift throughout the workday.
• Functional hearing, vision, and communication abilities.
• Ability to safely operate monitoring equipment and related technology.
• Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards.

Why Join Advocate Health?

• Gain valuable experience in a hospital setting.
• Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals.
• Receive specialized telemetry monitoring training.
• Make a direct impact on patient safety and care outcomes.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule with only three shifts per week.