Telemetry Technician - Central Telemetry Department - Per Diem Level 1 - Evenings

Telemetry Technician - Central Telemetry Department

Hourly Pay Range: $19.31 - $28.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Location: Arlington Heights, IL (main Hospital)
• Per Diem level 1 - Must be able to work at least 48 hours every 6 weeks and 24 of those hours must be on weekend time if needed.
• Hours: 3:00pm -11:30pm
• Required Travel: No

What You Will Do:

• Continually monitors and analyzes patients' cardiac rate and rhythm, with accurate interpretation of ECG (electrocardiographic).
• Documents ECG measurements, (PR, QRS intervals), rates and rhythms on computerized documentation and creates the Medical Record document.
• Prepares rhythm strips for rhythm competent RN to approve. Upon approval, rhythm strips will be available in EMR for provider to visualize.
• Communicates to healthcare team the patient's basic ECG rhythm, immediately notifies the healthcare team of life-threatening dysrhythmias
• Monitors patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), by using the SP02 monitors, as ordered by provider.
• Updates each patient's telemetry history, to enhance the capabilities of our monitoring equipment which then can accurately identify rhythms. Reviews the history of patient information at intervals, analyzes ST segment changes and alerts caregivers to significant events.
• Initiates and discontinues patients telemetry monitoring. Assesses appropriateness of monitoring by evaluating stability of rhythm, duration of monitoring and knowledge of patient condition per healthcare team.
• Serves as preceptor/resource to orientees' or students learning interpretation of dysrhythmias and function of monitoring equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for identifying areas in need of improvement including work processes and monitoring equipment. Participates in audits regarding emergency notification procedure for telemetry. Inventories telemetry equipment daily, assists with restocking, and relays the need for additional supplies. Enters daily telemetry charges.

What You Will Need:

• The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school. Participation in the studies of the field of Applied Science Cardiology or completion of paramedic program preferred.
• Completion of basic ECG interpretation course, with strong arrhythmia recognition skills required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
• The organizational skills necessary to simultaneously monitor the heart rate and rhythm of multiple patients and the ability to prioritize and complete required work during the shift schedules.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belongingeach of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.