Monitor Tech

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center; Bullhead City (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is looking for a Monitor Technician responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors and assessing patient cardiac rhythms. This role ensures prompt identification of arrhythmias and maintains effective communication with the healthcare team for optimal patient safety.

Ideal candidates should have completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and possess strong communication, attention to detail, and troubleshooting skills. Experience in a medical setting is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry monitors.
• Identifies and promptly notifies of rhythm changes.
• Maintains communication with healthcare teams.
• Troubleshoots monitoring equipment issues.
• Organizes and tracks monitoring equipment during shifts.

Skills

Proficiency in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Ability to operate telemetry equipment

Education

Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course

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.

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.