Monitor Tech PRN Nights

Navarro Regional; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Navarro Regional seeks a Monitor Technician to continuously observe telemetry monitors, document cardiac rhythms, and identify arrhythmias. You will communicate findings to the healthcare team and ensure monitoring equipment is properly configured.

The role supports patient safety and effective care delivery during night shifts, requiring attention to detail, reliable attendance, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment. BCLS certification is required.

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 telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips at set intervals
• Identify rhythm changes and promptly notify the nurse or licensed staff
• Maintain communication with care team to ensure coordinated patient care
• Troubleshoot and resolve monitoring equipment; escalate to Bio-med or IT as needed
• Track and configure monitoring equipment for admissions, transfers, discharges
• Ensure correct lead placement and electrode application
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Telemetry equipment operation

Education

Telemetry/EKG course completion

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 167209
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/07/2026, 05:33 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 3201 W State Highway 22, Corsicana, TX, 75110, US