Monitor Technician

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Excellent medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k match

Prescription drug coverage

Job summary

GW Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a detail-oriented Monitor Technician to join the Telemetry team. You will observe and interpret cardiac rhythms, ensure prompt recognition of arrhythmias, and collaborate with nursing staff for timely intervention.

You will monitor rhythms, report abnormalities, maintain equipment, and document findings. A high school diploma and a recognized EKG/Telemetry certification are required; prior telemetry or patient-care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a recognized EKG/Telemetry certification program.
• Previous telemetry monitoring or patient-care experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• BLS certification (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms on telemetry patients.
• Recognize and report abnormal rhythms, arrhythmias, and changes in patient status.
• Maintain telemetry monitoring equipment and ensure documentation.
• Communicate findings with nursing and medical teams.
• Assist in setting up and discontinuing telemetry monitoring.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

EKG/Telemetry certification

Job description

Responsibilities

About GW Hospital:

GW Hospital is a renowned academic medical center in the heart of Washington, DC, known for delivering high-quality patient care through innovation and advanced medical technology.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Monitor Technician to join our Telemetry team. The Monitor Tech plays a critical role in patient care by continuously observing and interpreting cardiac rhythms, ensuring prompt recognition of arrhythmias, and collaborating with nursing staff for timely intervention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms on telemetry patients.
• Recognize and report abnormal rhythms, arrhythmias, and changes in patient status.
• Maintain telemetry monitoring equipment and ensure accurate documentation.
• Communicate effectively with nursing and medical teams regarding patient findings.
• Assist in setting up and discontinuing telemetry monitoring as needed.

Main Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized EKG or Telemetry certification program.
• Previous experience in telemetry monitoring or patient care.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA).

About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.