Monitor Technician- Full Time, Nights, 7 PM - 7 AM, Cardiac Telemetry, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center

Atlantic Health System • Summit, NJ

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous monitoring of cardiac rhythm patterns for patients in a special care or telemetry unit. This role involves identifying abnormal rhythm variances, documenting findings, and promptly notifying nursing staff to support timely patient assessment and intervention. The Monitor Technician works closely with nurses and clinical teams to support high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Requirements

• Continuous monitoring of cardiac rhythm patterns
• Identifying abnormal rhythm variances
• Documenting findings
• Promptly notifying nursing staff
• Working closely with nurses and clinical teams
• Review patient medical information
• Observe cardiac monitor screens and respond to alarms
• Measure heart rhythm patterns on telemetry or graphic tape readouts using calipers
• Accurately document findings in patient records
• Answer calls for assistance from patients
• Respond to inquiries from medical and nursing staff
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation related to cardiac monitoring evaluations, progress reports, and individualized care considerations
• Utilize telemetry equipment in accordance with hospital policies and safety standards

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical information to determine baseline heart rhythm patterns, current rhythms, and any prior variances
• Continuously observe cardiac monitor screens and respond to alarms to identify abnormal heart rhythm patterns
• Promptly notify the supervisor or assigned Registered Nurse of observed rhythm variances to initiate patient examination
• Measure heart rhythm patterns on telemetry or graphic tape readouts using calipers and accurately document findings in patient records
• Answer calls for assistance from patients and respond to inquiries from medical and nursing staff as appropriate
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation related to cardiac monitoring evaluations, progress reports, and individualized care considerations
• Utilize telemetry equipment in accordance with hospital policies and safety standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support unit workflow and patient care operations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

What This Job Offers

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