Monitor Technician - Full Time - Nights

Community Health Systems•Crestview, FL

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 ensures monitoring equipment is functional and correctly configured to support patient safety and effective care delivery. The position includes recording rhythm strips at established intervals, notifying licensed personnel of rhythm changes, coordinating with healthcare staff, troubleshooting monitoring equipment, and managing equipment through patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. Regular and reliable attendance and compliance with all policies and standards are required.

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.
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.
BCLS - Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

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