Telemetry Technician - Per Diem - Night Shift

Select Medical; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Telemetry Technician to join their team. This role is crucial for monitoring patients' vital signs and responding to alarms, ensuring timely interventions. With a focus on compassionate care, the Telemetry Technician will play a vital role in the recovery of critically ill patients. The position offers flexible per diem scheduling, allowing for a work-life balance while contributing to a team of over 44,000 committed professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values your impact on patient care.

Benefits

Orientation program for new technicians

Opportunities for advancement

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Must complete EKG class and pass required competencies within 30 days.
• Preferred background as LPN or RN nursing student with EKG training.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor and respond to alarms and verify rhythms.
• Complete EKG interpretations and ensure validation by RN.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Monitoring alarms

Responding to emergencies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EKG class for Monitor Techs

Background as LPN or RN nursing student

Job description

Overview

Position: Telemetry Technician / Monitor Tech

Location: Willingboro, NJ

Schedule: Per Diem/PRN, 12 hour shiftsCompensation: $22.00 Per Hour; Shift Differential ranging from $3/hour to $6/hour

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: Telemetry Technician 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
• 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

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.