Cardiac Telemetry Specialist | Monitor Technician

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document cardiac rhythms, and promptly identify arrhythmias to support the healthcare team.

You will ensure equipment is functional, assist with lead placement, communicate findings to nurses, and help maintain patient safety and efficient care delivery. Minimum one orientation course in telemetry or EKG interpretation, with 0-2 years of clerical or clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of 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 observe telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips at set intervals.
• Identify rhythm changes and promptly notify nurse or licensed personnel.
• Communicate with peers, staff, physicians and leaders for seamless care.
• Troubleshoot and resolve monitoring equipment issues; escalate as needed.
• Organize and track monitoring equipment for admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Ensure proper lead placement and electrode application for optimal monitoring.
• Perform other duties as assigned; maintain regular attendance and policies compliance.

Skills

EKG rhythm reading

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry or EKG course

Tools

Telemetry systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document cardiac rhythms, and promptly identify arrhythmias to support the healthcare team.

You will ensure equipment is functional, assist with lead placement, communicate findings to nurses, and help maintain patient safety and efficient care delivery. Minimum one orientation course in telemetry or EKG interpretation, with 0-2 years of clerical or clinical experience.