Job Title: Telemetry Technician
Location: Long Island City / Manhattan, New York
Job Type: Contract | Allied Health
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Schedule: 3 Days per Week
Shift Options:
Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Hours: 34.5 Hours per Week
Work Setting: 100% Onsite
Pay Rate: $35 – $41 per hour (based on experience)
A healthcare facility in New York is seeking a skilled Telemetry Technician for a contract assignment. The technician will monitor cardiac rhythms, analyze ECG strips, and identify potentially life-threatening rhythm changes while collaborating with nursing staff and physicians to support patient safety and care.
Perform continuous ECG monitoring and interpret cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias
Identify abnormal rhythm changes and notify the appropriate healthcare team promptly
Initiate emergency protocols and assist during code situations, including rhythm documentation
Perform electrocardiograms (EKG/ECG) with proper electrode placement
Troubleshoot cardiac monitoring equipment and respond appropriately to monitor alarms
Communicate effectively with charge nurses, physicians, and healthcare staff regarding patient status
Enter and verify orders in the electronic system
Retrieve and review laboratory results, escalating critical findings when necessary
Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility policies and standards
Operate and maintain monitoring and medical equipment safely and effectively
Previous experience working directly as a Telemetry Technician or Monitor Technician
Strong knowledge of cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Dysrhythmia Course Certification
EKG / ECG Certification
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment
For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.