Monitor Technician

HCA Healthcare; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) plan with match

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a Monitor Technician to join HCA Florida Northside Hospital. You will perform rhythm interpretation, telemetry monitoring, and support nursing staff to keep the unit running smoothly.

You will document patient conditions, communicate changes promptly, mentor new staff, and uphold safety standards. This role emphasizes patient care, teamwork, and quality outcomes in a busy hospital.

Qualifications

• Interpret Rhythms and Arrhythmias.
• Report changes in heart rate/rhythm to nursing staff.
• Maintain Telemetry Supplies.
• Record patient condition using computerized systems.
• Consider age-specific factors in care.
• Orient and mentor new staff.
• Follow Standard Precautions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret Rhythms and Arrhythmias.
• Report changes in heart rate/rhythm to nursing staff.
• Maintain Telemetry Supplies.
• Record patient condition using computerized documentation systems.
• Consider age-specific factors in care.
• Orient and mentor new staff.
• Follow Standard Precautions using PPE.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Rhythm analysis

Telemetry management

Record-keeping

Patient communication

Patient safety

Mentoring

Standard Precautions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic EKG/Arrhythmia course

Tools

BLS Healthcare Provider

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Monitor Technician today with HCA Florida Northside Hospital.

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

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

• High School Graduate / GED required

No Travel Required

Benefits

HCA Florida Northside Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• 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.

Northside Hospital is a 280+ bed facility offering state-of-the-art treatment. We are located in the heart of South Pinellas County. We’re minutes from the pristine Gulf Coast beaches and downtown St. Petersburg, FL. Our facility offers a full range of services. These include interventional stroke care, and spine care. These also include orthopedics, 24-hour emergency services, cardiac care and general surgery. We are the first nationally recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pinellas County. Northside Hospital is proud of our recognition as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI. We are an American College of Radiology Accredited facility. We are a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures. The Tampa Bay Heart Institute at Northside Hospital is a comprehensive cardiac care center. Our heart program is widely known for introducing new procedures. The team at Northside Hospital continues to expand its services. We strive to give the St. Petersburg community a healthier tomorrow.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Monitor Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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.