Monitor Technician

HCA Healthcare; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Florida Blake Hospital in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Monitor Technician to perform EKG monitoring, interpretation, and telemetry management. You will assist nursing staff, maintain records, and support efficient unit operations while ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes clear communication with nurses, adherence to safety protocols, and mentoring new staff. Prior monitor tech or cardiac experience is preferred; BLS and basic EKG training are required.

Qualifications

• BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• Completion of Basic EKG/Arrhythmia course with interpretation ability.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• CMT/Cardiac experience preferred.
• Experience as a monitor tech in a hospital setting preferred.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start.

Responsibilities

• Interpret rhythms and arrhythmias and report changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain telemetry supplies and unit documentation.
• Record patient condition using computerized systems.
• Work with age-specific factors and support nursing operations.
• Orient and mentor new staff members.
• Follow Standard Precautions and PPE as required.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Medical terminology

Customer service

BLS Healthcare Provider

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Basic EKG/Arrhythmia course

CMT/Cardiac Experience Preferred

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Monitor Technician? At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are currently seeking a Monitor Technician to join our team. As our Monitor Tech you will perform a variety of duties including EKG monitoring and interpretation, compiling, transcribing, preparing and maintaining records for your unit. You will also provide information and communication services to visitors and staff and assist nursing staff in maintaining efficient operations on the unit. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. Take the next step in your career

Job Summary and Qualifications

• You will interpret Rhythms and Arrhythmias.
• You will report all changes in heart rate/rhythm to appropriate nursing staff.
• You will maintain Telemetry Supplies.
• You will record patient condition utilizing computerized documentation systems.
• You will perform duties with full understanding of related age specific factors.
• You will orient and mentor new staff members.
• You will follow Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Qualifications

• BLS Healthcare Provider
• Completion of Basic EKG/Arrhythmia course. Demonstrated ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• CMT/Cardiac Experience Preferred
• Experience as a monitor tech in a hospital setting preferred
• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

No Travel Required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Blake Hospital is a 380+ bed hospital located in Bradenton, FL. We have a thirteen acre campus by the Gulf Coast beaches. We are the only state-designated Level II trauma center in Manatee, Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. We have received verification by the American College of Surgeons. Our services include 24-hour emergency care, open-heart surgery, burn care, cancer care, joint replacement and inpatient rehabilitation. We have an onsite day care program, Happy Cubs, a 24 hour employee fitness center and a healthy work environment. We develop our colleagues through cross-training into new units and ongoing skills development. We offer continuing education courses and opportunities for advancement. We also offer great benefits. We hope you'll consider a career at HCA Florida Blake Hospital.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

\"Good people beget good people.\"- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Monitor Technician opening.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.