Telemetry Technician Part Time Nights

Telemetry Technician Part Time Nights

Part Time Nights, 7pm-7am with every other weekend.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The Telemetry Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Performs telemetry monitoring to provide data for the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Obtains and documents telemetry rhythm strips as directed
• Identifies significant rhythm changes such as lethal arrythmias and escalates promptly and appropriately
• Utilizes EPIC for necessary documentation as a telemetry monitor technician.
• Escalates telemetry related (examples: low battery levels, artifact, telemetry leads off, etc.) concerns utilizing the established escalation pathway
• Communicates telemetry related information with partners of the interdisciplinary team
• Performs continual surveillance of multiple monitors
• Assists the bedside staff troubleshoot monitoring equipment
• Candidates must successfully complete the required CDH Monitor Technician Exam prior to the interview. The exam includes multiple-choice questions as well as cardiac rhythm measurement and interpretation

Required:

• High School diploma
• Successful completion of ECG interpretation coursework
• CPR – Basic Life Support

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.