Monitor Tech

St. Mary's Health Care System; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Colleague Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Unlimited career growth opportunities

Job summary

St. Mary’s Health Care System in Athens, GA is seeking a Monitor Technician for the 12-hour night shift. The role involves monitoring patient rhythm strips and documenting findings under the supervision of an RN.

Responsibilities include processing physician orders, answering phones, and maintaining telemetry units, with limited patient care duties performed under supervision. Required licensure includes CNA with BLS; HS diploma or GED is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Telemetry monitoring and documentation of rhythm strips.
• Basic computer skills required for charting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology helpful.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, analyze and document patient rhythm strips under RN supervision.
• Interpret and process physician orders; answer phones; maintain telemetry units.
• Provide limited patient care (feeding, dressing, grooming, bathing, vital signs) under RN supervision.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Phone etiquette

Clerical duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant certification preferred

BLS certification required

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:Monitor Technician - FT - Nights - Clinical Services - St. Mary's Health Care System - Athens, GA

• The Monitor Tech will work in Clinical Services at St. Mary's Hospital, Athens, GA.

  What you will do:

  The Monitor Tech is responsible for obtaining, analyzing and accurately documenting patient rhythm strips under the supervision of an RN.

  Other job responsibilities may include but are not limited to: interpreting and processing physician orders, answering phones, maintaining telemetry units

  Some limited patient care (ex. Feeding, dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, and vital signs). This should be performed under the supervision of an RN or the Nurse Manager.

  What you will need:

  Licensure/Certification/Registration: Nursing Assistant certification preferred. BLS certification required.

  Education: Must be a high school graduate or have GED equivalent.

  Experience: 1 year of telemetry and clerical duties preferred.Hospital or Clinical experience preferred

  Special Qualifications: Computer skills required. Medical terminology preferred.

  • Day 1 benefits, no waiting period!
  • Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403B
  • Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Options
  • Unlimited career growth opportunities

  Ministry/Facility Information:

  St Mary's Health Care System is proud to be a part of Trinity Health, one of the nations largest Catholic Healthcare Organizations.

  St Mary's Health Care System includes three hospitals, numerous physician practices, our region's first medical residency program, a retirement community, extensive outpatient services, and much more.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.