Monitor Tech - Health Central Monitoring Services- Days

Orlando Health, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one

Free education programs

Job summary

Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital in Ocoee, FL is seeking a Monitor Tech to continuously monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, document findings, and escalate changes to RNs as per protocol. The role supports nursing staff and maintains telemetry equipment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ECG competency, and BLS certification. Orlando Health offers day-one benefits and ongoing education to support staff development.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Monitor Technician with prior related experience AND has passed an ECG competency assessment.
• Must pass Rhythm Test with grade of 84% or higher or complete ECG course and pass within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
• Analyses rhythm and records measurements and interpretation every 6 hours or PRN.
• Notifies RN of rhythm changes and escalates as per protocol.
• Keeps telemetry equipment and central monitoring station knowledge up to date.
• Maintains alarm settings and documents shift reports.
• Supports coordination of initiation and discontinuation of telemetry with nursing staff.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythm analysis

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ECG competency assessment

Tools

ECG equipment

Telemetry monitoring system

Job description

ORLANDO HEALTH – HEALTH CENTRAL HOSPITAL Located in Ocoee, Florida, Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital is a 252-bed comprehensive medical and surgical acute-care facility that has been serving the residents of west Orange County for more than 70 years. Services range from 24/7 emergency care to cardiovascular and stroke care, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery and more. Our hospital has accreditations and designations in many specialty services, including bariatric surgery, spine surgery, stroke, and hip and knee joint replacement. We also have earned 2024-25 High Performing Hospital ratings in five areas – COPD, diabetes, heart attack, heart failure and hip replacement – from U.S. News & World Report, and 2024 Top Teaching Hospital recognition from The Leapfrog Group.

Orlando Health – Health Central is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Position Summary

Monitor Tech is responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication, and documentation of cardiac rhythms and rhythm components.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
• Analyzes cardiac rhythm and records measurements, calculations, and interpretation of patient record in accordance every 6 hours and PRN with established protocols.
• Notifies Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes and follows current escalation protocol.
• Notifies Registered Nurse if patient off monitor and follows current escalation protocol.
• Maintains current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
• Maintains/checks high and low alarm settings on every telemetry patient each shift.
• Gives/accepts shift reports to provide current patient information.
• Works with assigned nursing personnel to coordinate initiation and discontinuation of telemetry.
• Identifies and troubleshoots routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiates biomedical repairs as necessary.
• Advances own current knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation.
• Protects patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Safeguards electronic Equipment, keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones.
• Maintains physical environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including but not limited to noise reduction and minimal foot traffic.
• Answers the telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and responding to requests.
• Supports new ideas and promotes positive change. Remains calm and helpful during stressful situations.
• Attends staff meetings and meets all mandatory education requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training

High school graduate or equivalent and:

Monitor Technician with prior related experience AND has passed an ECG competency assessment:

• Must pass Rhythm Test with grade of 84% or higher. If grade is below 84%, individual must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and pass the exam within 60 days.

Monitor technician without previous related experience:

• Must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and complete the Rhythm Test within 60 days with a pass rate of 84% or higher.

Licensure/Certification

BLS/Health Care provider certification required.

Experience

None.