Monitor Tech Part Time Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors and document cardiac rhythms during night shifts in Powell, TN.

You will identify arrhythmias, communicate findings to the healthcare team, and ensure monitoring equipment is properly configured and functioning. Requirements include a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting, with Basic Life Support (BCLS)

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation.
• 0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes telemetry monitors and records rhythm strips at set intervals.
• Identifies rhythm changes and notifies licensed staff promptly.
• Maintains communication with team to ensure coordinated care.
• Troubleshoots telemetry equipment and escalates issues as needed.
• Ensures proper lead placement and equipment tracking during shifts.

Skills

EKG Rhythm reading

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment operation

Safety protocols

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 168783
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/21/2026, 04:43 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN, 37849, US