Cardiac Telemetry Specialist

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, identify arrhythmias, and document patient rhythms to support safe care delivery.

The role requires completing a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting; you will ensure equipment is properly configured and maintained, communicating findings to the nursing team.

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period required.
• 0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting required.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry monitors, recording rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies and promptly notifies the nurse or licensed personnel of rhythm changes, including life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to ensure seamless care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment, escalating unresolved problems to Bio-med or IT as directed.
• Organizes and tracks monitoring equipment during the shift, ensuring proper configuration for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensures accurate lead placement and electrode application to maintain optimal telemetry monitoring.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Patient safety awareness

Documentation

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, identify arrhythmias, and document patient rhythms to support safe care delivery.

The role requires completing a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting; you will ensure equipment is properly configured and maintained, communicating findings to the nursing team.