Monitor Technician (Telemetry)

Lifepoint Health • Pulaski, TN

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski is seeking a dedicated Telemetry Monitor Tech to join their team. This role is crucial for providing continuous cardiac and telemetry monitoring, ensuring patient safety and timely response to changes in condition. The position is part of a healthcare delivery network committed to employee well-being and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a physician office, clinic, or hospital setting preferred.
• Handle with Care certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous cardiac and telemetry monitoring under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and promptly recognizes, documents, and reports abnormal heart rhythms or changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
• Performs and documents vital signs, intake and output, and other patient care activities as assigned.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including ambulation, toileting, grooming, and basic comfort measures when needed.
• Maintains accurate telemetry records and ensures monitoring equipment is functioning properly at all times.
• Communicates effectively with nurses, physicians, and ancillary departments regarding rhythm changes, alarms, and patient status updates.
• Supports unit operations by managing monitor station responsibilities, answering phones, processing orders, and assisting with overall department workflow.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment in accordance with hospital policies and infection prevention standards.
• Documents patient care activities and monitor observations in compliance with hospital and departmental standards.
• Participates in required education, competency validations, annual training, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and departmental operations.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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