Monitor Tech Class (November 2, 2026 Cohort)

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UK King's Daughters in Ashland, KY, Telemetry department seeks a Telemetry Monitor Technician to conduct ongoing surveillance and interpretation of patients’ cardiac rhythms on monitors; deliver telemetry to nursing units and assist with discharge.

Responsibilities include notifying RNs of changes, configuring equipment, documenting in EMR, and mentoring new team members; requires high school diploma and BLS; 0–1 year experience. Full-time, on-site position with flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-1 year of experience in healthcare or clinical setting.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs with cardiac monitoring, interpretation, documentation, and related procedures.
• Monitor and record physiological measurements, including six-second strips as indicated.
• Identify patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or significant changes from baseline and report to RN or provider.
• Configure, initiate, and discontinue monitoring equipment on admission, transfer, or discharge; maintain equipment.
• Document and interpret heart rhythms using telemetry; keep accurate EMR and log records.
• Perform clerical duties related to admission, discharge and patient information from central monitoring unit.
• Orient and mentor new team members; provide reports to oncoming shifts.
• Maintain supplies and report equipment failures to Bio-med.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Telemetry interpretation

Documentation

Patient education

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Summary

Responsible for conducting ongoing surveillance and interpretation of patients’ cardiac rhythms while on cardiac monitors. Notifies RNs and clinicians immediately of any changes in cardiac rhythms. Delivers telemetry to nursing units and performs initial monitor hook‑up and discharge. Prepares patients and provides teaching related to cardiac monitoring. Ensures accurate documentation and supports patient safety.

Essential Functions

• Assists RNs and clinicians with cardiac monitoring, interpretation, documentation, and related procedures.
• Monitors and records physiological measurements, including obtaining six-second strips as indicated by patient condition or physician order.
• Identifies patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or significant changes from baseline and reports to the RN, provider, or appropriate supervisor.
• Initiates, configures, and discontinues monitoring equipment on admission, transfer, or discharge, and maintains cardiac equipment.
• Documents and interprets patient heart rhythms and rates using telemetry recordings and maintains accurate records in the EMR and log books.
• Performs clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information from the central monitoring unit.
• Orients and mentors new team members, serves as a resource for training and troubleshooting, and gives reports to oncoming shifts.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments, maintains and stocks equipment and supplies, and reports equipment failures to Bio‑med.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience Requirement

0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. Never
• G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 1. Never
• L. Loud noises: 1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. Never
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 1. Never
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; regular performance of tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing or data entry); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job may also be required.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Telemetry

Shift

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type

Full time

Address

2201 Lexington Avenue City, State: Ashland, Kentucky

Company Overview

Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it!

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.