Monitor Technician

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Monitor Technician to join their team. In this part-time role, you will perform vital telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation for patients, ensuring timely communication of any changes to the appropriate staff. This position is perfect for individuals with healthcare tech experience, such as nursing or medical students, EMTs, or paramedics. If you are passionate about patient care and ready to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment, this opportunity is designed for you. Join a team that values your skills and dedication to making a difference in patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must pass telemetry examination within 90 days.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with telemetry monitoring of patients as requested.
• Communicate changes in patient’s cardiac rhythm status to staff.

Skills

Telemetry Monitoring

Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation

Communication Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Health care tech experience (Nursing or Medical Student, EMT, Paramedic, MA, or CNA)

Tools

Cardiac Rhythm Equipment

Telemetry Software

Job description

Position Title: MONITOR TECHNICIAN

Days - Part Time Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: The Monitor Technician performs surveillance and interpretation of cardiac rhythms via telemetry monitoring for patients throughout the hospital on telemetry capable units.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Assist with telemetry monitoring of patients as requested by various departments within the hospital.
• Inclusive of lead placement, changing batteries, and assigning equipment to the patient.
• Assure that cardiac rhythm equipment and software is programmed with the appropriate patient and staff assignment information.
• Communicate changes in patient’s cardiac rhythm status to appropriate staff within identified time lines.
• Completes cardiac rhythm interpretations on assigned patients.
• Performs minor maintenance and cleaning of equipment and restocks supplies.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Health care tech experience such as Nursing or Medical Student, EMT, Paramedic, MA, or CNA.

Required Licensure and Certification

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA).
• Must pass telemetry examination within 90 Days.

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - State Board of Emergency Medical Services OR
• Licensed Paramedic - State Board of Emergency Medical Services OR
• CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT or Paramedic or enrolled in Medical or Nursing school.

Knowledge Requirements

• Must be able to lift greater than 10 pounds and walk distance.

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-41961

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.