Monitor Tech

Community Health Systems • Dothan, AL

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About The Position

The Monitor Technician continuously surveils telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. The role identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and helps ensure monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured in support of patient safety and effective care delivery.

The technician observes and interprets telemetry, records rhythm strips at established intervals, and promptly notifies a nurse or other licensed personnel about rhythm changes, including potentially life-threatening arrhythmias. The position also supports care coordination, troubleshoots monitoring equipment, tracks and configures equipment for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, and ensures correct lead placement and electrode application. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Complete a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during the orientation period.
• 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting.
• BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and identifying arrhythmias.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot telemetry monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of patient safety protocols and escalation processes.
• Organizational skills to manage equipment tracking and documentation efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe and interpret patient telemetry monitors and accurately record rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identify rhythm changes, including potentially life-threatening arrhythmias, and promptly notify the nurse or other licensed personnel.
• Communicate effectively with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to support seamless care coordination.
• Troubleshoot monitoring equipment and escalate unresolved issues to Bio-med or IT as directed.
• Organize and track monitoring equipment during the shift and ensure proper configuration for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensure accurate lead placement and electrode application for optimal telemetry monitoring.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed