Monitor Tech Full Time Nights

Community Health Systems; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Durant, OK is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, record rhythm strips, and promptly communicate rhythm changes to the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes equipment troubleshooting, coordination with nurses and physicians, correct lead placement, and meticulous documentation to support safe, effective care delivery. BCLS certification is required.

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 observes and interprets telemetry monitors and records rhythm strips.
• Identifies rhythm changes and notifies licensed personnel promptly.
• Maintains communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders for care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves monitoring equipment issues; escalates as needed.
• Ensures proper lead placement and electrode application for accurate telemetry.
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry/EKG 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 161478
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/13/2026, 06:31 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 1800 W University Blvd, Durant, OK, 74701, US