Select Specialty Hospital - Nashville West·Belle Meade, Tennessee
The Telemetry Technician is responsible for continuously monitoring patient cardiac rhythms and responding promptly to all alarms. They must accurately interpret EKG data 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 complete and pass an EKG class for Monitor Technicians and required competencies within 30 days of starting. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with a background as an LPN, paramedic, or nursing student.
Market context
Telemetry technician roles in Tennessee are commonly tied to hospital cardiac monitoring needs, especially in facilities that rely on accurate rhythm surveillance and quick escalation. This per diem opening is competitive for candidates with EKG training, since the role requires passing an EKG class and competencies within 30 days, and prior LPN, Paramedic, or RN student experience can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your EKG background and readiness for competency testing before applying.
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