ED Monitor Tech - Part time nights

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document rhythms, and promptly alert nurses to rhythm changes. You will ensure equipment is correctly configured and maintain patient safety during monitoring.

Ideal candidates have completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clerical or clinical experience, with strong attention to detail and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation.
• 0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and recognizing arrhythmias.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe and interpret telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identify rhythm changes and promptly notify the nurse or licensed personnel of potentially life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Maintain effective communication with peers, staff, physicians and leaders for seamless care coordination.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with monitoring equipment and escalate as needed.
• Organize and track monitoring equipment during shifts and ensure proper configuration for admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Ensure correct lead placement and electrode application for optimal telemetry monitoring.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain regular attendance.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. Identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and ensures monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured. Supports patient safety and effective care delivery.

Job Summary

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. Identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and ensures monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured. Supports patient safety and effective care delivery.

Essential Functions

• Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry monitors, accurately recording rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies and promptly notifies the nurse or other licensed personnel of any rhythm changes, including potentially 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 patient 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.

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

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• 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.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required