Kindred Healthcare·Albuquerque, New Mexico
Monitors heart rhythm patterns using telemetry equipment to detect and report abnormal variances to nursing staff. Responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining telemetry transmitters and wires for patients.
Kindred Hospital Albuquerque is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions.
Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care.
With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.
Job Summary Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment.
Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances.
Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.
Essential Functions Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms.
Removes and cleans telemetry boxes when patient is discharged from telemetry.
Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients.
Immediately notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
Stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.
Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred) Licenses/Certification Current BLS certification. EKG certification preferred. Experience No prior experience required
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a satisfactory score on an EKG interpretation competency test. Current BLS certification is required, while EKG certification is preferred.
Market context
Monitor Technician PRN Days roles in New Mexico are typically sought in hospitals and other acute care settings that need reliable cardiac rhythm surveillance coverage. Competition often centers on EKG interpretation skill, current BLS certification, and flexibility for PRN scheduling. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare the original posting, and be ready to highlight your competency test results and any EKG certification when you apply.