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Monitor Technician - Emergency Room

Backus Hospital·Norwich, Connecticut

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Perform standard telemetry monitoring and analysis of cardiac rhythms for patients requiring continual observation. Interpret, communicate, and document cardiac rhythms in compliance with regulatory and hospital standards.

Location Detail

  • Backus
  • Hospital (10309)
  • Shift
  • Detail:
  • Shifts scheduled between11:00 pm - 7:30 am Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000
  • Hartford
  • HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Since 1893 Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. JOB SUMMARY The Monitoring Technician performs standard work related to telemetry monitoring on patients requiring continual cardiac observation and provides analysis of cardiac rhythms in compliance with all regulatory and hospital/system standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. This position also provides the interpretation, communications and documentation of cardiac rhythms and other monitored parameters.

Qualifications

  • REQUIRED High School diploma, GED, or 1-year relevant work experience Successful completion of Arrhythmia recognition and interpretation training prior to completing orientation (ability to test out if prior experience) Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information in English PREFERRED Previous nurse aide , monitor tech, EMT, inpatient unit secretary, or PCT Previous experience performing cardiac monitoring Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician [CRAT] or equivalent.
  • Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Knowledge of ECG interpretation, medical/cardiac terminology preferred.
  • Proficiency with navigating electronic monitor system.
  • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills with attention to detail, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • We take great care of careers.
  • With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
  • Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.
  • We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
  • Every moment matters.
  • And this is your moment.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of arrhythmia recognition training. Previous experience as a monitor tech, EMT, or PCT and BLS certification are preferred.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Medical Terminology
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cardiac Rhythm Analysis
  • Telemetry Monitoring
  • ECG Interpretation
  • Electronic Monitor Systems

Benefits

  • Competitive Benefits Program

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Norwich, Connecticut
Posted
May 5, 2026
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Hiring organization

Backus Hospital

Since 1893, Backus Hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents of eastern Connecticut. The 213-bed, not-for-profit, acute care community hospital is the primary source of health services for nearly a quarter-million people in Eastern Connecticut. Backus Hospital is...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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ER Monitor Techs Face Steady Hospital Demand

In Connecticut, Emergency Room Monitor Technician roles are typically tied to steady hospital demand, especially in busy emergency departments that rely on accurate rhythm monitoring and quick communication. These positions are competitive because employers often look for arrhythmia recognition training, prior related experience, and clear English communication. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then highlight your rhythm interpretation training and any patient-monitoring or acute-care experience in your application.

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