Monitor Technician

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for team

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Monitoring Technician to provide ongoing surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and alert RNs and clinicians to rhythm changes. You will review patient data to identify normal and variant patterns and work with a dedicated care team to uphold Mercy mission and standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of monitor tech coursework with at least 85% on the competency exam, basic computer skills, and excellent communication with calm, decisive

Qualifications

• High school diploma, G.E.D. and/or current Mercy coworker.
• Monitor tech course completion and/or passing score of 85% on monitor tech competency exam.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to make quick decisions under pressure is a must.
• Experience preferred but not mandatory.
• CRAT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Monitoring Technician is responsible for on-going surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern and prior variances.
• Works cooperatively as part of a team.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Decision making

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma / GED

Monitor tech course

Monitor tech competency exam (85%)

Job description

The Monitoring Technician is responsible for on-going surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms. Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern and prior variances. Works cooperatively as part of a team. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Find your calling at Mercy! Position Details:

Education

• High school diploma, G.E.D. and/or current Mercy coworker.
• Monitor tech course completion and/or passing score of 85% on monitor tech competency exam.

Other

• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to make quick decisions under pressure is a must.

Preferred Experience

Experience preferred but not mandatory.

Preferred Certifications

CRAT certification preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition support.
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters.

At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.