Monitor Tech

St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Monitor Technician to continuously observe and analyze patients’ cardiac rhythms, detect changes, and report them promptly to nursing staff. You will read EKG strips, identify arrhythmias, measure intervals, and document findings accurately, demonstrating sharp observation and the ability to act quickly under pressure.

This role supports a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy, dedicated to humankindness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year Monitor Technician experience preferred.
• EMT certification AZ preferred.
• Certified EKG Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient cardiac rhythms continuously and report changes.
• Read EKG tracings and identify arrhythmias.
• Measure intervals and document findings accurately.
• Communicate critical results to nursing staff and providers.
• Maintain accurate EKG settings and alarms per orders.
• Admit patients into monitoring system with required data.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Patient monitoring

Communication

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

EMT AZ

Certified EKG Technician

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Monitor Technician, you will be responsible for continuous observation and analysis of patients' cardiac rhythms to detect and report changes.

Every day you will meticulously monitor EKG strips, identify arrhythmias, measure intervals, and promptly communicate critical findings to nursing staff and healthcare providers, ensuring accurate documentation.

To be successful, you will demonstrate sharp observational skills, a thorough understanding of cardiac rhythms, and the ability to act quickly and precisely under pressure, crucial for patient safety and timely intervention.

• Reads basic EKG tracings and identifies potential/lethal arrhythmias: Yearly EKG competency completed 100% on lethal arrhythmias
• Measures out important intervals of the EKG strips: No error noted by EKG certified RNs
• Complete yearly competency with 80% or more accuracy
• Check and maintain accurate settings of 'yellow alarms' for each shift. Proper documentation/ approval of parameter changes by Physician order or an ECG certified RN
• Continuously monitors of and identification of dry rhythm changes during 12 hour shift
• Properly admits a patient to the monitoring system including patients' last name/first initial, medical record, diagnosis and physician's name

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate HS/ GED

Preferred

• One year of Monitor Technician experience
• Emergency Medical Technician: AZ
• Certified EKG Tech

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.