Monitor Tech Full Time Days

Community Health Systems; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Powell, TN is seeking a Monitor Technician to continuously surveil telemetry monitors, document rhythms, and identify arrhythmias to support patient safety and care delivery.

You will troubleshoot equipment, coordinate with nursing staff, ensure correct lead placement, maintain records, and adhere to all policies while working day shifts.

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

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe and interpret telemetry, recording rhythm strips at intervals
• Identify rhythm changes and promptly notify the nurse or licensed personnel
• Communicate effectively with peers, staff, physicians and leadership
• Troubleshoot and resolve monitoring equipment issues, escalate as needed
• Organize and track monitoring equipment during shift and ensure proper configuration
• Ensure accurate lead placement and electrode application for optimal monitoring
• Adhere to policies, maintain attendance, and perform duties as assigned

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Telemetry equipment operation

Patient safety awareness

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry/EKG course

BCLS Certification

High School Diploma

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

INDCS

Job Info

• Job Identification 164644
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/15/2026, 11:37 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN, 37849, US