Telemetry Tech ( Nights)

Telemetry Technician

White Rock Medical Center – Dallas, TX

Are you passionate about patient safety and cardiac care? Join the team at White Rock Medical Center as a telemetry technician and play a key role in monitoring patients' heart rhythms and supporting our acute care team in delivering high-quality care.

About the Role

The telemetry technician is responsible for continuously monitoring patients' cardiac rhythms using telemetry systems, identifying abnormalities, and alerting clinical staff to any significant changes. This position is vital to ensuring timely interventions and safe patient outcomes in a fast-paced hospital.

What You'll Do

Monitor cardiac rhythms for multiple patients simultaneously via telemetry systems

Recognize and interpret normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms and waveform changes

Immediately notify nurses and physicians of significant rhythm changes or life-threatening arrhythmias

Accurately document cardiac events and rhythm strips per hospital protocol

Troubleshoot telemetry equipment and ensure all monitors are functioning properly

Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or GED required

Completion of a basic EKG/telemetry monitoring course

Certification:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Telemetry technician certification preferred or obtained within 6 months of hire

Experience:

Prior telemetry or cardiac monitoring experience in an acute care setting preferred

Skills and Competencies

Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and rhythm interpretation

Ability to identify life-threatening arrhythmias (e.g., VT, VF, asystole, heart blocks)

Excellent attention to detail and multitasking ability

Calm and focused under pressure

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Join White Rock Medical Center?

Supportive team environment focused on excellence in patient care

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

A mission-driven workplace that values compassion, safety, and teamwork