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OR Successful completion of a CCU course, required. + Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machine, required. + Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions.
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Northwell Health
Telemetry Technician (FH)
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What they do
A Telemetry Technician operates EKG (electrocardiogram) equipment to monitor heart activity in a patient. Works closely with cardiologists to diagnose cardiovascular conditions and problems.
$48,200 / year median in New York
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- Req Number
- 178040 Job Description Observes electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor and closed-circuit television (CCTV) and alert nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm and the occurrence of arrhythmias. Job Responsibility +
- Observes cardiac and closed-circuit television monitors on patients. +
- Recognizes arrhythmias and obtains documentary strip. +
- Reports all arrhythmias to nurse responsible for patient. +
- Obtains a baseline strip each shift on all monitored patients. +
- Replaces electrode pads, wires and batteries, as needed. +
- Obtains EKG's as necessary. +
- Assures that all emergency equipment is cleaned and checked. + Performs related duties, as required.
- ADA Essential Functions Job Qualification + High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
OR Successful completion of a CCU course, required. + Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machine, required. + Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions.
- Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.