Travel Telemetry Technician
Long Island City, NY
HonorVet Technologies
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Telemetry Technician
Location: Long Island City, NY 11102
Duration: 9 Weeks
Shift: 5x7.5-Hour Shifts (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Important: Dysrhythmia Certification is required for this role.

Job Summary:

The Telemetry Technician is responsible for advanced ECG monitoring and accurate cardiac rhythm interpretation. The role includes continuous EKG monitoring, arrhythmia detection, identifying life-threatening rhythm changes, initiating codes when necessary, documenting rhythms during codes, troubleshooting monitoring equipment, and responding appropriately to all monitor alarms.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform electrocardiograms in various clinical settings, ensuring proper electrode placement.
• Provide continuous ECG monitoring with accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias.
• Identify and promptly respond to life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Initiate emergency response procedures and record rhythms during codes.
• Troubleshoot monitoring equipment and resolve technical issues.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with charge nurses, physicians, and team members.
• Enter and verify physician orders in the computer system.
• Retrieve laboratory results and report critical findings to the charge nurse.
• Ensure documentation complies with current standards and organizational policies.
• Safely manage and operate telemetry and monitoring equipment.

Required Experience:

• Experience must clearly indicate direct work as a Telemetry Technician or Monitor Technician.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross.
• Dysrhythmia Certification (Required).
• EKG Certification (Preferred).

Additional Notes:

• Must indicate preferred shift (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) at time of submission.
• Possible weekend coverage required based on facility needs.