What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telemetry Technician, Telemetry Services position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview:
The Telemetry Technician oversees the cardiac monitor for arrhythmias and changes in rhythm.
The Telemetry Unit is a 38-bed, team-oriented unit that provides a wide variety of Medical/Surgical and diagnostic services to a diverse cardiac population i.e. congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, respiratory compromise and dysrhythmias.
Qualifications:
Required:
HS Diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Medical Assisting, CNA, related technical education course, completion of Fundamentals of Nursing course, or hospital based telemetry technician experience
Preferred:
- At least one year of telemetry/monitoring work experience
- Certified completion of ECG or telemetry course including Rhythm / Arrhythmia identification
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- Certified Telemetry Technician
Scheduling Requirements:
- Shift working, 8:00 4:30pm each day
- FT
Essential Functions:
- Analyzes rhythm, calculates cardiac
- Rhythm measurements and report changes
- Enters accurate information of individual patient to telemetry monitor system
- Discharge patient from system as directed by RN
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
