Monitor Technician - Full Time - Nights

Community Health Systems•Crestview, FL

23h

About The Position

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuously monitoring patient telemetry to assess and document 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 requires completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during the orientation period, 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting, and Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification. Candidates should be able to interpret EKG rhythms, identify arrhythmias, communicate effectively, remain attentive in a fast-paced environment, operate and troubleshoot telemetry equipment, follow patient safety and escalation processes, and manage equipment tracking and documentation.

Requirements

Complete a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during the orientation period.
Have 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting.
Be proficient in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and identifying arrhythmias.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Be able to operate and troubleshoot telemetry monitoring equipment.
Have knowledge of patient safety protocols and escalation processes.
Have organizational skills to manage equipment tracking and documentation efficiently.
Hold Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.

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 a nurse or other licensed personnel.
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.
Comply with all policies and standards.