Monitor Tech

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Hospital is seeking a Monitor Technician to perform continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document rhythms, and promptly report arrhythmias to the healthcare team. You will ensure equipment is properly configured and maintained for patient safety and efficient care delivery.

The role requires completing a telemetry/EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting, with emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe and interpret telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips.
• Identify rhythm changes and notify licensed personnel of arrhythmias.
• Communicate with peers and healthcare team to coordinate care.
• Troubleshoot and resolve monitoring equipment issues; escalate as needed.
• Organize and track monitoring equipment for admissions, transfers, discharges.
• Ensure correct lead placement and electrode application for telemetry.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Telemetry equipment operation

Patient safety

Documentation

Education

Telemetry/EKG 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.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Job Info

• Job Identification 160259
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/03/2026, 03:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL, 36305, US