Job detail

Monitor Tech

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation

#Clinical Experience #Healthcare #Patient Safety #Basic Life Support #BCLS #EKG #Telemetry #Medical Monitoring #Cardiac Rhythms

Quick overview

The Monitor Technician is responsible for the continuous surveillance and interpretation of patient cardiac rhythms via telemetry monitors. They must identify arrhythmias and promptly notify the healthcare team to ensure patient safety.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have 0-2 years of clinical or clerical experience in a medical setting and a BCLS certification. Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course is required during the orientation period.

professional certificateAttention To DetailInterpersonal CommunicationClinical DocumentationTelemetry MonitoringArrhythmia IdentificationEKG InterpretationPatient Safety ProtocolsMedical Equipment Troubleshooting

Job description

Job Summary

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. Identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and ensures monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured. Supports patient safety and effective care delivery.

Essential Functions
Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry monitors, accurately recording rhythm strips at established intervals.
Identifies and promptly notifies the nurse or other licensed personnel of any rhythm changes, including potentially life-threatening arrhythmias.
Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to ensure seamless care coordination.
Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment, escalating unresolved problems to Bio-med or IT as directed.
Organizes and tracks monitoring equipment during the shift, ensuring proper configuration for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Ensures accurate lead placement and electrode application to maintain optimal telemetry monitoring.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period required
0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and identifying arrhythmias.
Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to operate and troubleshoot telemetry monitoring equipment.
Knowledge of patient safety protocols and escalation processes.
Organizational skills to manage equipment tracking and documentation efficiently.

Licenses and Certifications
BCLS - Basic Life Support required