Monitor Technician

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Middlesborough (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) seeks a Telemetry Monitor Technician to continuously observe ECG displays, interpret rhythms, and promptly notify care teams of changes across ARH facilities. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaborative communication within a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, ECG rhythm interpretation training within 3 months, and EMT preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; ECG rhythm interpretation course within 3 months or 85% on exam at hire.
• EMT course preferred.
• Telemetry certification or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple patients’ cardiac activity and notify staff of variances.
• Document patient rhythms and reflect data in medical records accurately.
• Troubleshoot routine monitoring system issues and coordinate with biomedical staff.
• Communicate with care team across ARH facilities using phone and overhead pages.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Observation skills

Proficiency with patient records

Education

High school diploma

ECG cardiac rhythm interpretation course

EMT course, preferred

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

Overview

The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication and documentation of cardiac rhythms, rhythm components and telemetry indicators for multiple patients. The individual will view multiple patients’ electrocardiographic displays to monitor noninvasive cardiac activity of patients and notify appropriate healthcare personnel on variances in the electrocardiographic pattern. These monitoring requirements will apply to Appalachian Regional Healthcare patients at a remote location across the system. The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for collaboration with clinical staff in order to establish appropriate communication with each site. The Telemetry Monitor Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting routine technical concerns with equipment and notifying biomedical equipment individuals for non-basic repairs.

Responsibilities

• Monitors multiple patients’ cardiac activity on an electrocardiographic display to communicate changes in pattern to appropriate healthcare personnel and appropriately respond to alarms for safe patient care.
• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm and prior variances to accurately reflect the patient’s rhythms in the medical record for healthcare personnel’s use in determining patient care.
• Maintains and updates records on each patient to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s cardiac activity and ensure appropriate care can be provided based on the results.
• Troubleshoots and identifies routine technical concerns with monitoring systems to complete appropriate repairs or contact appropriate biomedical equipment individuals ensuring resolution of the concern.
• Utilize telephone and overhead page technology to communicate with the patient care team across ARH facilities.
• Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.
• Reviews and meets ongoing education and competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Successful completion of Electrocardiogram (ECG) Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation course within three months of hire OR a score of 85% or greater on the Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Challenge Exam upon hire, required.
• Completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course, preferred.

Minimum WorkExperience

• One year experience as a Telemetry Monitor Technician, preferred.
• One year experience with direct patient care, preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Certification in telemetry monitoring or related field.
• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency with telemetry monitoring equipment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong observational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms accurately.
• Team player with a collaborative attitude.
• Ability to remain alert and focused during long shifts.
• Proficient computer skills for maintaining patient records.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations effectively.
• Commitment to continuing education and skill development.
• Strong ethical standards and professional integrity.