Monitor Tech Full Time Days

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous telemetry surveillance, interpret ECG rhythms, and document findings for the care team.

You'll promptly alert nurses to rhythm changes, troubleshoot monitoring equipment, and help with lead placement and patient safety. This role requires a telemetry/EKG interpretation course and basic clinical experience, plus BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Telemetry or EKG interpretation course completed during orientation.
• 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical medical experience.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe and interpret telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips.
• Identify rhythm changes and promptly notify licensed staff.
• Maintain effective communication with the healthcare team for seamless care.
• Troubleshoot and escalate monitoring equipment issues as directed.
• Organize and track monitoring equipment during shifts and ensure proper configuration.
• Ensure correct lead placement and electrode application for optimal telemetry.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain regular attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Telemetry equipment troubleshooting

Patient safety awareness

Organizational skills

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-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