Telemetry Technician

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum one year interpreting rhythms preferred.
• Licensure/certification/registration: Current CPR, BCLS preferred.
• Additional skills required: Ability to complete telemetry technician orientation successfully. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of cardiac monitor interpretation, skills, and abilities. Must practice appropriate communication skills and sensitivity to patient's needs. Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age, principles of growth and development over the life span and to accommodate cultural diversity among the patients being served. Must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status, to identify each patient’s population specific or behavioral needs and provide the care as needed. Must be able to effectively teach others on cardiac rhythms.

Monitor cardiac telemetry screens and accurately interpret heart rhythms for assigned patients.
Recognize and promptly report rhythm changes, arrhythmias, and critical findings to nursing staff.
Document telemetry observations and maintain accurate patient monitoring records.
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and care teams to support clinical decision-making and patient safety.
Maintain monitoring equipment and ensure continuous, uninterrupted surveillance of patients.