Real-Time Cardiac Monitor Technician

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in New Orleans is seeking a Cardiac Monitor Associate to support telemetry monitoring and patient care on our acute care units.

You will observe heart rhythms, document findings, and coordinate with nursing staff to ensure accurate monitoring and timely responses. The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and adherence to central monitoring policies, contributing to a high-quality patient experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Cardiac monitor training or 1 year EKG tech experience.
• American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and verify waveform quality on telemetry patients to prevent data loss.
• Assign telemetry transmitter patients and assist electrode placement with proper skin prep.
• Select leads, monitor tracing, and check battery function/replacement needs.
• Notify nursing staff of baseline rhythm; document and investigate signal loss or lead issues.
• Provide continuous rhythm surveillance per central monitoring policy and escalate as needed.
• Maintain rhythm strips and monitoring logs for audits and records.
• Interpret EKG rhythms and rates, supporting unit quality initiatives.
• Contribute to team efforts for timely patient care and throughput.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Telemetry observation

Data documentation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Cardiac monitor training or 1 year EKG tech experience

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

LCMC Health in New Orleans is seeking a Cardiac Monitor Associate to support telemetry monitoring and patient care on our acute care units.

You will observe heart rhythms, document findings, and coordinate with nursing staff to ensure accurate monitoring and timely responses. The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and adherence to central monitoring policies, contributing to a high-quality patient experience.