Monitor Technician I- FT Days- MRH

Memorial Healthcare System; Hollywood (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Monitor Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring cardiac rhythms and ensuring patient safety by identifying any deviations from the norm. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, documenting vital information and responding swiftly to any emergencies. Ideal candidates will have strong critical thinking skills and experience in telemetry monitoring. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience post-monitor technician extern program or equivalent experience.
• Certification in Monitor Technician and ECG interpretation required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms while identifying deviations.
• Documents electrocardiograph tracings on telemetry monitors.
• Activates emergency response for lethal arrhythmia or cardiac arrest.

Skills

Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring

Telemetry Monitoring

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking

Patient Safety

Education

Electrocardiogram Competency

BLS Certification

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Location:

Hollywood, Florida

Summary

Under the supervision of a RN, the Monitor Technician monitors, recognizes, and interprets cardiac rhythms while identifying deviations in patients' baseline, and changes in SP02. The Monitor Technician notifies the registered nurse of changes to a patient's status and initiates the appropriate emergency response by the critical care team in the event of a lethal arrhythmia, including irregular heart rhythms and cardiac arrest.

Responsibilities

1. Identifies and corrects artifacts.
2. Records information in patient's log and maintains accurate, neat account of patient's cardiac monitoring status during episodes of care.
3. Identifies and records patient's rhythm and changes in patient rhythm and condition.
4. Updates patient's records with all readings taken from the heart monitor or EKGs.
5. Attaches electrodes to patients' bodies to record electrical impulses from the heart for continuous ECG Monitoring.
6. Documents the electrocardiograph tracings of patients on telemetry monitors.
7. Performs continual surveillance of complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, computerized dysrhythmia detection systems, and rhythm printers.
8. Identifies arrhythmias, deviations, signs of deterioration, and intervenes to ensure patient safety.
9. Reports abnormal or changed telemetry monitoring to nursing staff or supervisor.
10. Activates emergency response for lethal arrhythmia or cardiac arrest.

Competencies

Accountability, customer service, patient and family centered care, patient safety, support, problem solving, responding to change, standards of behavior, telemetry monitoring and interpretation.

Education and Certification Requirements

• Electrocardiogram Competency (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association
• BLS Certification Grace - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential
• BLS Cert Red Cross - Red Cross

Additional Job Information

Requires critical thinking, effective communication, decisive judgment, and minimal supervision. Knowledge of heart anatomy, physiology, and strip interpretation. Ability to work under stress, handle interruptions, and adapt to workload changes. Minimum of 6 months experience post-monitor technician extern program or equivalent experience. Certification in Monitor Technician and ECG interpretation required. New hires need at least 6 months experience or will be placed in extern role. Completion of ECG/EKG coursework required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Various physical activities and environmental conditions as detailed in the original description.

Shift

Days

Disclaimer

This description is not exhaustive. Wages reflect market averages, not specific employer pay rates. Memorial Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Reasonable accommodations available during application process. Contact for accommodations: 954-276-8340 or [e-mail]

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare