Monitor Tech Full Time Nights

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, document rhythms, and promptly communicate arrhythmias to the care team. This role ensures equipment is functional and properly configured to support patient safety and effective care delivery.

Responsibilities include recording rhythm strips, notifying licensed staff of changes, troubleshooting equipment, coordinating with nursing and IT as needed, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Telemetry or EKG interpretation course completed.
• 0-2 years clerical/clinical experience in a medical setting.
• BCLS certification completed or in place.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets telemetry monitors and records rhythm strips.
• Notifies nurse/licensed staff of rhythm changes, including life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Communicates with peers and healthcare team for care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves monitor issues; escalates as needed.
• Manages equipment configuration and lead placement for admissions/transfers/discharges.
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Troubleshooting telemetry equipment

Patient safety awareness

Documentation

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

BCLS - Basic Life Support certification

Tools

Telemetry monitoring system

Job description

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.

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