TELEMETRY-UNIT SEC II-MON TECH

Beebe Healthcare; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beebe Healthcare is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Room Technician to continuously observe and document cardiac rhythms for monitored patients, ensuring timely reporting of rhythm changes to nursing staff.

You will verify telemetry equipment, maintain proper alarm settings, and contribute to safe patient care through interpretation and accurate EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with interest in cardiac monitoring.
• Basic understanding of cardiac rhythms and medical terminology.
• Experience with telemetry equipment preferred.
• Successful completion of an EKG/telemetry interpretation course within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitors cardiac rhythms for patients on telemetry and promptly notifies nursing staff of significant changes.
• Identifies, interprets, and documents cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias in the EMR per policy.
• Performs initial and ongoing checks to ensure telemetry leads, transmitters, and equipment function properly and alarms are set.
• Demonstrates understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and telemetry monitoring limitations.
• Collaborates with nursing and ancillary staff to promote continuity and safety of care.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and quiet work environment conducive to accurate observation and communication.
• Adheres to hospital policies, infection control procedures, and patient confidentiality standards.
• Participates in ongoing education, competency validation, and professional development related to telemetry monitoring.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythms

Medical terminology

Telemetry equipment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification

EKG certification

Job description

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

Overview

The Telemetry Monitor Room Technician is responsible for the continuous observation, interpretation, and documentation of cardiac rhythms on monitored patients to support safe and effective care delivery. This role plays a vital part in ensuring patient safety through timely recognition and reporting of cardiac rhythm changes, arrhythmias, or other abnormalities to the appropriate nursing and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitors cardiac rhythms for patients on telemetry and promptly notifies nursing staff of any significant changes or life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Accurately identifies, interprets, and documents cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias in the electronic medical record (EMR) per policy.
• Performs initial and ongoing checks to ensure telemetry leads, transmitters, and equipment are functioning properly and alarms are set appropriately.
• Demonstrates understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and the purpose and limitations of telemetry monitoring.
• Collaborates with nursing and ancillary staff to promote continuity and safety of care
• Maintains a clean, organized, and quiet work environment conducive to accurate observation and communication.
• Adheres to hospital policies, infection control procedures, and patient confidentiality standards.
• Participates in ongoing education, competency validation, and professional development related to telemetry monitoring.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of cardiac rhythms and medical terminology.
• Proficiency in using telemetry and other monitoring equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience as a telemetry technician, monitor tech, or nursing assistant with telemetry experience preferred
• Successful completion of a recognized EKG/Telemetry interpretation course or hospital-based competency within 90 days of hire.

Credentials

• BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification
• EKG Certification/Class (preferred)

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent

Entry

USD $17.25/Hr.

Max

USD $26.74/Hr.