Telemetry Technician (FH)

Company: Northwell Health
Location: Forest Hills
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description /n Observes electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor and closed-circuit television (CCTV) and alert nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm and the occurrence of arrhythmias. /n Job Responsibility /n /n /n - * Observes cardiac and closed-circuit television monitors on patients. /n - * Recognizes arrhythmias and obtains documentary strip. /n - * Reports all arrhythmias to nurse responsible for patient. /n - * Obtains a baseline strip each shift on all monitored patients. /n - * Replaces electrode pads, wires and batteries, as needed. /n - * Obtains EKG's as necessary. /n - * Assures that all emergency equipment is cleaned and checked. /n - Performs related duties, as required. /n /n *ADA Essential Functions /n /n Job Qualification /n /n /n - High School Diploma or equivalent, required. /n - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital setting functioning as a Nursing Attendant/Telemetry Technician, required. ORSuccessful completion of an Advanced Medical Technician program, required.OR Successful completion of a CCU course, required. /n - Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machine, required. /n - Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions. /n /n *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

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