Monitor Tech Part Time Nights

Community Health Systems; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Powell, TN seeks a part-time Monitor Technician to perform continuous telemetry surveillance, document rhythm strips, and promptly report rhythm changes to the nursing team.

You will troubleshoot equipment, ensure correct lead placement, and support safe, effective patient care during night shifts. A high school diploma and telemetry course are required; 0–2 years of clinical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry to record rhythm strips at set intervals.
• Identify rhythm changes and alert nurses or licensed staff promptly.
• Communicate with care teams to coordinate patient care.
• Troubleshoot telemetry equipment and escalate as needed.
• Maintain equipment organization for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensure correct lead placement and electrode application.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

EKG rhythms interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Telemetry equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

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 163315
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 11:36 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN, 37849, US