Monitor Tech - Part time nights

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital is seeking a Monitor Technician to supervise and document patient telemetry to ensure accurate rhythm interpretation and timely communication with the care team.

The role requires completing a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation and 0-2 years of clerical or clinical experience in a medical setting.

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 observe and interpret telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips at intervals.
• Identify rhythm changes and notify appropriate staff promptly.
• Communicate effectively with care teams to coordinate monitoring care.
• Troubleshoot monitoring equipment and escalate issues as directed.
• Ensure proper lead placement and equipment configuration for admissions, transfers, discharges.
• Maintain attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry or EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

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.