Cardiac Telemetry Monitor Technician

Community Health Systems; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Corsicana, TX is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document rhythms, and promptly notify the nurse of any arrhythmias. You will ensure equipment is calibrated, arrange lead placement, and assist with admissions and discharges as needed.

Requirements include completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0-2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting. BCLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Telemetry or EKG interpretation course completed during orientation.
• 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets telemetry, recording rhythm strips at set intervals.
• Identifies rhythm changes and notifies nurse or licensed personnel promptly.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders for care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment; escalate as directed.
• Organizes and tracks monitoring equipment during shift and ensures correct configuration for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensures correct lead placement and electrode application for optimal telemetry.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.
• Adheres to all policies and standards.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Patient safety

Organization

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

Community Health Systems in Corsicana, TX is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document rhythms, and promptly notify the nurse of any arrhythmias. You will ensure equipment is calibrated, arrange lead placement, and assist with admissions and discharges as needed.

Requirements include completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0-2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting. BCLS certification is required.