Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Bullhead City, Arizona
The Monitor Technician performs continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. They identify arrhythmias, communicate findings to the healthcare team, and ensure monitoring equipment is functional and correctly configured.
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.
Candidates must complete a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during the orientation period and possess 0-2 years of clerical or clinical experience. A Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification is required for this position.
Market context
In Arizona, Monitor Tech openings are often tied to inpatient and telemetry settings, where employers look for candidates with a high school diploma or GED, basic EKG training, and prior experience as a Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, or Monitor Tech. These roles can be competitive because employers want someone who can recognize rhythm changes, work accurately under pressure, and bring current BLS certification if possible. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your EKG background and patient-care experience before applying.
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