Telemetry Technician Inpatient-Delnor Telemetry Part Time Nights

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Telemetry Technician for inpatient telemetry at Delnor, on a part-time night schedule. You will perform ECG readings, monitor multiple heart monitors, and ensure valid results through proper lead placement and skin preparation.

The role requires ECG interpretation coursework and CPR – Basic Life Support (AHA). You will join a team focused on patient safety, with two 12-hour night shifts weekly, some weekend coverage, and rotating holidays.

Qualifications

• Proof of successful completion of ECG interpretation coursework
• CPR – Basic Life Support via the American Heart Association

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.

Education

ECG interpretation coursework

CPR – Basic Life Support (AHA)

Job description

Telemetry Technician Inpatient-Delnor Telemetry Part Time Nights

• Part-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $18.33
• Salary Range Maximum: $25.66
• Compensation: USD 18.33 - USD 25.66 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The schedule for this position is two 12-hour shifts per week 7p - 7:30a with every other weekend (Friday and Saturday nights) and rotating holidays throughout the year required.

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.

Required:

• Proof of successful completion of ECG interpretation coursework
• CPR – Basic Life Support via the American Heart Association

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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