Telemetry Technician - Per Diem

Telemetry Technician Location: Chicago, IL Schedule: Per Diem/PRN, 12-hour shifts, AM and PM shifts available Compensation: $24 per hour plus shift differential for night and/or weekend shifts Rush Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives—and Telemetry Technicians play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way. Benefits & Responsibilities Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting. Opportunity for advancement; demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities. Benefits supporting financial, work/life, and emotional well‑being; part‑time/per‑diem positions eligible for 401k after 1,000 hours within the first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care. Company‑paid parking. Continuously watch monitors and ensure appropriate, timely responses to alarms; verify correct identification of basic rhythms, lethal rhythms, and artifact; maintain EKG monitor alarms and respond as needed. Continuously observe all monitors assigned and respond to alarms promptly and appropriately. Complete EKG interpretations including rate, regularity, PRI, QRS, QTI, QTc, ST segment, waveform alterations, and rhythm interpretation. Ensure strip interpretations are validated by RN. Minimum Qualifications Must complete and pass the EKG class for Monitor Techs and required competencies on the education platform within 30 days of start date and pass other tests/competencies as required by Select Medical. Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Background as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Paramedic, or RN nursing student with EKG training (LPNs limited to working as telemetry tech only). #J-18808-Ljbffr