Centralized Telemetry Unit, Monitor Tech, Full-Time Days

Orlando Health • Clermont, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor Tech works in the Centralized Telemetry Department at South Lake Hospital in Clermont, Florida. The role monitors patient information and cardiac rhythms, communicates rhythm or monitoring changes to Registered Nurses, and supports safe, continuous telemetry monitoring. The Monitor Tech maintains knowledge of monitoring equipment, troubleshoots routine technical issues, protects patient confidentiality, and contributes to a professional and supportive work environment.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Monitor Technician with prior related experience and a passed ECG competency assessment.
• Must have already passed an ECG course.
• BLS/Health Care Provider certification required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of Monitor Technician experience with prior related experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrate competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
• Analyze cardiac rhythms and record measurements, calculations, and interpretations in the patient record every six hours and as needed, following established protocols.
• Notify the Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm-component changes and follow the current escalation protocol.
• Notify the Registered Nurse when a patient is off monitor and follow the current escalation protocol.
• Maintain current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
• Check and maintain high and low alarm settings for every telemetry patient each shift.
• Give and accept shift reports to provide current patient information.
• Coordinate with assigned nursing personnel to initiate and discontinue telemetry.
• Identify and troubleshoot routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiate biomedical repairs as necessary.
• Advance current knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation.
• Protect patient confidentiality and sensitive data.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and standards.
• Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Safeguard electronic equipment by keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones.
• Maintain an environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including reducing noise and foot traffic.
• Answer telephone calls promptly and courteously, identify self, and respond to requests.
• Support new ideas and positive change, and remain calm and helpful during stressful situations.
• Attend staff meetings and meet mandatory education requirements.
• Demonstrate commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor.
• Support and participate in planned changes.
• Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Shift differentials for qualifying positions working evenings, nights, and weekends.
• All-inclusive benefits starting on day one.
• Student loan repayment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free college education programs.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid paternity leave.
• Fertility benefits.
• Backup elder and childcare.
• Pet insurance.
• PTO and holidays.

What This Job Offers

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