Telemetry Technician-32 HR

Connecticut Children's Medical Center • Hartford, CT

23d

About The Position

The Telemetry Technician reports to and works under the general supervision of the Manager and/or Assistant Manager of MS7. Based on physician orders and under registered nurse supervision, the technician monitors cardiac rhythms, records pertinent data, and reports abnormalities to the medical team in accordance with established protocols.

The role requires applying knowledge of age-related differences and needs among patients from neonates through adolescence, demonstrating cultural sensitivity in interactions with coworkers, patients, and family members, and supporting Connecticut Children’s mission, values, and goals through behaviors consistent with its standards. The technician must understand and follow Connecticut Children's policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a telemetry technician program, with proof of certificate or equivalent documentation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Connecticut Children’s Cardiac Monitor Technician Training within 30 days of hire.
• At least 1 year of related job experience working in a telemetry role.
• Basic familiarity with computers and experience navigating basic web-based applications and Microsoft Office.
• CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required within 1 month of hire and must be maintained thereafter; it is preferred at the time of hire.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training certification is required within 3 months of hire and must be maintained thereafter.
• Ability to learn basic medical terminology, mathematics, and measurements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication abilities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Ability to learn and follow established protocols and demonstrate competency in reading and interpreting cardiac rhythms and cardiac telemetry monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms based on physician orders and under the supervision of registered nurses.
• Record pertinent data and report abnormalities to the medical team in accordance with established protocols.
• Apply knowledge of age-related differences and needs of patients from neonates through adolescence.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in interactions with coworkers, patients, and family members.
• Support the organization's mission, values, and goals through behaviors consistent with Connecticut Children’s standards.
• Understand and follow Connecticut Children's policies and procedures.
• Learn and follow established protocols and demonstrate competency in reading and interpreting cardiac rhythms and cardiac telemetry monitoring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED