Select Specialty Hospital - Evansville·Evansville, Indiana
The technician is responsible for continuously monitoring EKG rhythms and responding promptly to alarms. They must perform detailed EKG interpretations and ensure all findings are validated by a Registered Nurse.
You will assume responsibility for continuously watching and ensuring appropriate and timely responses to alarms. Verifying correct identification of basic rhythms, lethal rhythms and artifact; maintaining EKG monitor alarms and responding to all alarms as needed. Continuously observing all monitors assigned and responding to alarms promptly and appropriately. Completing EKG interpretations including: rate, regularity, PRI, QRS, QTI, QTc, ST segment, wave form alterations, and rhythm interpretation. Ensuring strip interpretations are validated by RN.
Must complete and pass EKG class for Monitor Techs and required competencies on education platform within 30 days of start date in position and pass other tests/competencies as required by Select Medical.
High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred background as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)*, Licensed Paramedic or RN nursing student with EKG training (*LPNs are limited to working as telemetry tech only.) Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must pass a required EKG class and competencies within 30 days of hire. A high school diploma and a background as an LPN, Paramedic, or RN student with EKG training are preferred.
Market context
Telemetry technician roles in Indiana are often tied to hospital units that need reliable cardiac monitoring coverage, especially for night shifts and flexible staffing. This role is competitive because employers typically look for candidates who can complete EKG training quickly and work accurately under pressure; the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here save you time by pulling the key details from the original posting. If you are considering applying, confirm you can pass the required EKG class and competencies within 30 days and review whether your background aligns with the preferred LPN, paramedic, or RN-student experience.
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