Cardiac Monitor Technician

Monument Health • Rapid City, SD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Monitor Technician (CMT) continuously observes patients who require cardiac monitoring during their hospital stay and works cooperatively with registered nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals. The role includes applying and removing telemetry, monitoring rhythms and alarms, communicating significant findings to nursing staff, documenting monitoring activity, and tracking and maintaining equipment. The position is based at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota, in the CV Diagnostics department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent in general studies.
• Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
• Knowledge of basic ECG interpretation and ability to identify life-threatening dysrhythmias.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of ECG experience.
• At least 1 year of healthcare experience, such as as a Nurse Aide, EMT, Paramedic, or Laboratory Assistant.
• Some college (1–2 years) in a related field.
• Clinical Electrocardiography (ECG) certification from an accredited university or accredited training professionals.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients who require cardiac monitoring during their hospital stay.
• Apply, maintain, and discontinue cardiac monitors and telemetry according to orders and established procedures.
• Interpret basic ECG readings and identify life-threatening dysrhythmias.
• Perform routine alarm reviews, customize alarms, and review the appropriateness of cardiac monitoring according to national guidelines and Monument Health policy.
• Notify primary RNs/CRNs of significant dysrhythmias, low battery levels, or disconnected leads when necessary.
• Document baseline rhythms, alarm reviews, trends, and communications with primary RNs in the patient’s medical record.
• Remove equipment from patient care areas when it needs repair and collaborate with clinical engineering on replacement or repair.
• Apply telemetry only to patients with a verified cardiac-monitoring order; explain the monitor and how it communicates information to the nurse and CMT.
• Remove telemetry when orders expire or are discontinued.
• Track equipment to ensure it is assigned to the correct patient.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage on qualifying positions.
• Retirement plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account.
• Instant pay for qualifying positions.
• Paid Time Off Accrual Bank.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Pay differentials on qualifying positions.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED