Monitor Tech Full Time Nights

Community Health Systems; Granbury (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous telemetry surveillance, document rhythms, and support effective patient care. You will identify arrhythmias, communicate findings to the healthcare team, and ensure equipment is functioning and correctly configured.

The role requires a telemetry/EKG interpretation course and up to 2 years of clerical/clinical experience. Night shift coverage is included, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

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 patient telemetry monitors, recording rhythm strips.
• Identifies rhythm changes and notifies licensed staff promptly.
• Maintains equipment and ensures proper configuration for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Troubleshoots monitoring equipment and escalates issues as directed.
• Ensures lead placement and electrode application for accurate monitoring.
• Maintains reliable attendance and adheres to policies.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Troubleshooting telemetry equipment

Patient safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

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 159853
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 07/27/2026, 07:25 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night