Monitor Tech

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings (401k)

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Tech to support cardiac monitoring for adult patients on telemetry. You will interpret rhythms, communicate critical findings, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure accurate monitoring and patient safety.

The role requires completing medically related coursework and passing a basic heart rhythms test within 30 days. Shift patterns include 8-hour rotations with day, evening, and night options, and a 0.6 FTE commitment with potential

Qualifications

• Completed course work in a medically related field.
• Must pass basic heart rhythms test within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support the technical and non-technical aspects of cardiac monitoring for adult patients (18+) on telemetry.
• Recognize and interpret heart rhythms, identify changes, and communicate critical findings to the healthcare team.
• Troubleshoot and operate telemetry equipment.
• Prepare patients for monitoring procedures and ensure proper placement and function of monitoring devices.
• Record physiological data and rhythm interpretations in electronic health records.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Rhythm interpretation

Telemetry equipment operation

Patient education

Electronic health records

Education

Medical related field coursework

Pass basic heart rhythms test

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Building Location:

6th Ave Building

Department:

2004260 PCCU MONITOR TECHS - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Duluth, MN!

Education Qualifications:

• Completed course work in a medically related field such as nursing assistant, medical assistant, nursing, EMT, paramedic, respiratory care, or rhythm interpretation.

• Must pass basic heart rhythms test (90% is passing) within 30 days of employment.

What You’ll Get to Do in This Role:

• Support the technical and non-technical aspects of cardiac monitoring for adult patients (18+) on telemetry.

• Recognize and interpret heart rhythms, identify changes, and communicate critical findings to the healthcare team.

• Troubleshoot and operate telemetry and monitoring equipment with a thorough understanding of its functions and capabilities.

• Prepare patients for monitoring procedures and ensure proper placement and function of monitoring devices.

• Conduct ongoing surveillance, analysis, and synthesis of patients’ cardiac rhythm patterns, including preliminary interpretation of data.

• Maintain a working knowledge of various cardiac monitoring and testing systems, ensuring accurate equipment calibration and operation.

• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions quickly and efficiently.

• Assess patients for the appropriate type of monitoring or testing and provide patient education regarding procedures.

• Accurately record physiological data and rhythm interpretations in electronic health records and other reporting systems.

• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team, promptly communicating abnormal or critical findings and activating emergency response protocols as necessary.

• Successfully complete a basic heart rhythms test with a passing score of 90% within the first 30 days of employment.

This position MUST be able to work the following:

• 48 hours per pay period - may flex up to 64 hours per pay period

• Rotating 8 Hour Shifts

• Day Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM

• Evening Shift: 3:00PM -11:30PM

• Night Shift: 11:00PM - 7:30AM

• Every Other Weekend

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.

• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

FTE Flex D/E/N (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

7:00AM, 3:00PM, 11:00PM

Shift End Time:

3:30PM, 11:30PM, 7:30AM

Weekends:

Every Other

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)10/2/2026

Compensation Range:

$19.01 - $28.28Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at .