Monitor Technician - Full Time - Nights

Vista Specialty Hospital; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Specialty Hospital in West Monroe, LA is seeking a Monitor Technician to watch patient heart rhythms on telemetry and respond to alarms during night shifts. The role emphasizes accurate pattern recognition and prompt notification of abnormalities.

The ideal candidate holds a High School diploma or GED and current BLS certification; no prior experience is required, and this safety-sensitive position supports patient monitoring across the facility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient's heart rhythm using telemetry equipment and detect variances.
• Observe monitors and respond to alarms to identify abnormal heart rhythms.

Education

High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: West Monroe, LA 71291

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School / G.E.D.

Job Shift: Nights

Job Category: Ancillary / Other

MONITOR TECHNICIAN

Vista Specialty Hospital

Monitor Tech Job Summary:

Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment: Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.

Licenses/Certification: Current BLS certification.

Experience: None

Safety Sensitive-Designated Position