Monitor Technician - Full Time - Days

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Job summary

East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous telemetry surveillance, interpret EKG rhythms, and document findings for the health care team. You will identify arrhythmias, notify licensed staff of rhythm changes, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure proper lead placement and configuration during admissions, transfers, and discharges.

This full‑time, day‑shift role offers the chance to enhance patient safety within a supportive care

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period required.
• 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting required.
• BCLS certification or equivalent basic life support training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and records rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies rhythm changes and promptly Notifies the nurse or licensed personnel.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders.
• Troubleshoots telemetry equipment and escalates issues as directed.
• Ensures proper lead placement and configuration for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry/EKG course completion

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. Identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and ensures monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured. Supports patient safety and effective care delivery.

Essential Functions

• Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry monitors, accurately recording rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies and promptly notifies the nurse or other licensed personnel of any rhythm changes, including potentially life‑threatening arrhythmias.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to ensure seamless care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment, escalating unresolved problems to Bio‑med or IT as directed.
• Organizes and tracks monitoring equipment during the shift, ensuring proper configuration for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensures accurate lead placement and electrode application to maintain optimal telemetry monitoring.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period required
• 0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and identifying arrhythmias.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot telemetry monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of patient safety protocols and escalation processes.
• Organizational skills to manage equipment tracking and documentation efficiently.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

As a core employee with East Georgia Regional Medical Center, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more! You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a reimbursement program for qualified programs.

Job Info

• Job Identification 168888
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/22/2026, 07:22 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 1499 Fair Rd, Statesboro, GA, 30458, US