Sentara Health·Charlottesville, Virginia
The Monitor Technician observes and interprets EKG tracings for telemetry-monitored patients to detect deviations from norms. They are responsible for promptly notifying personnel of dysrhythmias and ensuring the safe functioning of monitoring equipment.
Observes, recognizes, interprets, evaluates, and documents EKG tracings on telemetry-monitored patients in order to detect deviations from patient's norm. Promptly notifies appropriate personnel of dysrhythmias. Operates and utilizes monitoring system to full capacity. Ensures proper and safe functioning of the telemetry equipment.
Completion of a monitor technician surveillance program/course required upon hire. Candidates who have not completed a monitor technician surveillance program must complete a certificate program within 90 days of hire. Or 1 year experience in monitor technician surveillance within the last 5 years will be accepted in substitute of a monitor tech surveillance program/course. To be released from new employee orientation all Monitor Technicians must successfully complete the Sentara Basic Arrhythmia competency tool which includes passing a basic arrhythmia exam. Join a team that has a Mission to improve health every day, join the Sentara Team! Our Caring Workplace Environment Our Caring Tradition of serving communities for 100+ years providing personalized care tailored to the needs of each patient Free and convenient parking Collaboration and shared governance CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital Staff resiliency program and EAP Caring For Your Family and Your Career Tuition Assistance - $5,250 year Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development Emergency Backup Care – 10 days Paid Parental Leave – up to 4 weeks Family Caregiver Leave – 2 weeks Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 .
Candidates must complete a monitor technician surveillance program upon hire or within 90 days, or provide one year of recent experience. Successful completion of the Sentara Basic Arrhythmia competency tool and exam is required.
Market context
Monitor Technician roles in Virginia are often tied to hospital telemetry and cardiac monitoring needs, so employers look for candidates who can quickly recognize rhythm changes and work accurately under pressure. This role is competitive because facilities often require either recent experience or completion of a surveillance program plus arrhythmia competency. Review the posted arrhythmia requirements and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original description, which can save time when comparing roles.
