Monitor Technician- Centralized Telemetry-CHH, Per Diem Variable

Cape Fear Valley Health; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health is seeking a Monitor Technician to maintain continuous observation of cardiac monitor consoles in the Centralized Telemetry - CHH unit. The role emphasizes accurate rhythm monitoring, rapid alerting to alarms, and timely strip documentation to support patient safety and throughput.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, possible EKG certification, and willingness to complete a Dysrhythmia test.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills required.
• Remains calm under emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms and telemetry continuously.
• Alert nurse to rhythm changes and alarms.
• Notify staff to respond to equipment or reception alarms (leads off, low battery).
• Print and document strip assessments every four hours and on request.
• Support patient safety, throughput, and hospital function.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

EKG certification preferred

Dysrhythmia test requirement

Job description

## Monitor Technician- Centralized Telemetry-CHH, Per Diem VariableApplylocations: CHHtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 39862**Facility**Central Harnett Hospital**Location**Lillington, North Carolina**Department**Centralized Telemetry - CHH**Job Family**Nursing Support**Work Shift**Variable (United States of America)**Summary**Maintain observation of cardiac monitor consoles.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**# **Major Job Functions**The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:* Assume responsibility for monitoring cardiac rhythms* Perform telemetry monitoring duties* Alert nurse to respond to alarms resulting from rhythm changes* Alert nursing assistant or other competent staff member to respond to equipment or reception alarms (such as “leads off” or “low battery”)* Print and document strip assessment every four hours, on admission, during a code, upon request and as rhythms/rates change* Actively demonstrate responsibility concerning customer satisfaction, patient throughput and hospital functional capacity* Other duties as assigned# **Minimum Qualifications**The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:## **Education and Formal Training**:* High school diploma or equivalent required* EKG certification preferred* All internal and external applicants will be required to take a Dysrhythmia class and must successfully pass the required test within 60 days of employment with the following exception: Applicants with EKG certification or previous MT experience will be provided the option to take and pass the Dysrhythmia test in lieu of taking the class. Successful passing of the test will allow the MT to be exempt from the requirement of taking the initial class. All employees will be required to successfully pass the advanced dysrhythmia test every 6 months (April and October each year)## **Work Experience**:* 1 year of monitor technician experience preferred* 1 year of healthcare experience (i.e. Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, MT) preferred* 1 year of medical terminology experience preferred## **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:* Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language* Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills* Verbal and written skills required* Remains calm under emergency situations## **Physical Requirements**:* Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needs* Visual acuity for observation of patients* Long periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending and lifting* May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material**Required Licenses and Certifications**Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity