Monitor Technician (Level I) - Telemetry - Nights

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Monitor Technician (Level I) for Telemetry on the night shift. You will monitor patients, verify rhythm strips, adjust alarms, and assist with equipment troubleshooting, while coordinating with nursing staff to ensure patient safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, no prior experience, and a current BLS certificate at hire. Strong computer and interpersonal skills are essential in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• No prior experience required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry setup on patients under supervision.
• Ensure accurate date/time printouts on rhythm strips.
• Provide daily printings of each patient’s rhythm strip.
• Maintain appropriate alarm settings for each patient.
• Assist in troubleshooting monitor equipment.
• Alert staff when a patient is in crisis.
• Perform ECGs as needed.
• Maintain supplies for monitor area.

Skills

Arrhythmia interpretation

ECG tracing

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title

Monitor Technician (Level I) - Telemetry - Nights

Department

Telemetry

Job Description

This position may be filled as a Monitor Technician I, II, or III depending on individual qualifications, experience, and business need.

General Summary

Under general supervision, will monitor telemetry set up on patients.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring the patient once nursing staff have attached patient to the telemetry unit
• Check for accurate date/time printout on rhythm strips
• Provide daily printings of each patient’s rhythm strip
• Maintain appropriate alarm settings for each patient
• Assist in troubleshooting monitor equipment
• Alert staff when a patient is in crisis
• Perform ECG’s as needed
• Maintain supplies for monitor area.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required.

Experience Requirements

• No experience required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of basic arrhythmia interpretations and performing ECG tracings is helpful.
• Good computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills that allow for developing effective working relationships with staff.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.