Monitor Tech - Full time days

Lutheran Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous telemetry surveillance, document patient rhythms, and identify arrhythmias to support safe patient care. You will promptly notify the nursing team of rhythm changes, troubleshoot monitoring equipment, ensure proper lead placement, and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Qualification includes completion of a telemetry/EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clerical or clinical experience

Qualifications

• Telemetry/EKG interpretation course completed during orientation
• 0-2 years of clerical/clinical experience in a medical setting
• BCLS certification preferred or required

Responsibilities

• Observe telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips at set intervals
• Identify and promptly notify nurse of rhythm changes, including potentially life‑threatening arrhythmias
• Maintain effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders for care coordination
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with monitoring equipment; escalate as needed
• Organize and track monitoring equipment during shift for admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Ensure accurate lead placement and electrode application for optimal monitoring
• Maintain regular attendance and compliance with policies

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Telemetry equipment operation

Patient safety protocols

Equipment documentation

Education

Telemetry/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‑toxic 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 163608
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/11/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US