Monitor Technician

Mercy St. Louis; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Monitoring Technician to oversee patient cardiac monitors, providing immediate notification of rhythm changes to RNs and clinicians. You will review patient data to determine normal rhythm patterns, current patterns, and variances, and work cooperatively as part of a care team.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, excellent communication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Monitor tech course completion and/or 85% on competency exam.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking under pressure are essential.
• CRAT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient cardiac monitors and notify RNs/clinicians of rhythm changes.
• Review patient information to determine normal rhythm, current pattern, and variances.
• Work cooperatively as part of the care team and adhere to Mercy standards.
• Maintain attention to detail and make quick decisions under pressure.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details:

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.

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 - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and 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.