Telemetry Technician - TTECH 26-01468

NavitasPartners • Queens County, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A hospital in New York is seeking an experienced Telemetry Technician to provide advanced ECG monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation. The ideal candidate will continuously monitor patients’ cardiac rhythms, identify life-threatening arrhythmias, and respond appropriately to alarms and emergencies in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Requirements

• Strong ECG rhythm interpretation and arrhythmia recognition skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – Issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross (must be current within 1 year)
• Dysrhythmia Course Certification – Required

Responsibilities

• Perform continuous ECG/EKG monitoring with accurate rhythm interpretation
• Analyze ECG strips and recognize dysrhythmias
• Identify and respond to potentially life-threatening rhythm changes
• Initiate code procedures and document cardiac rhythms during emergencies
• Perform electrocardiograms with proper electrode placement
• Troubleshoot monitoring equipment and resolve technical issues
• Communicate critical findings promptly to charge nurses and physicians
• Enter and verify physician orders in the electronic system
• Retrieve and report laboratory results to appropriate clinical staff
• Ensure documentation complies with organizational and regulatory standards
• Safely operate and manage telemetry and monitoring equipment

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED