TELE TECH

Santiam-Hospital-; Stayton (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

PTO and holiday pay

401(k) Retirement

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee Discounts

Bilingual Pay Differential

Job summary

Santiam Hospital & Clinics in Stayton, OR seeks a Telemetry Monitoring Technician for a full-time day shift (6:00 AM–6:30 PM). You will monitor telemetry across the hospital, interpret rhythms, and document in the medical record, supporting our multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidate has National Telemetry Certification or Nurse Aide/MA program, hospital monitor experience, and the ability to stay focused in a busy setting.

Qualifications

• National Telemetry Certification required prior to hire or within 3 months.
• Nurse Aide or Medical Assistant program completion required.
• Healthcare setting experience preferred.
• Acute care facility experience required.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful environments.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and reading communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently observe and interpret cardiac rhythms and document in patient records.
• Respond to monitor alarms and communicate changes to nurse/physician for intervention.
• Document EKG waveforms and measurements; identify rhythms such as NSR, VT, A-Fib, etc.
• Set up and operate telemetry and ECG equipment; ensure alarms are on.
• Orient staff to central monitoring capabilities and Telemetry Monitor Tech role.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot monitoring equipment and resolve simple problems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Calm under pressure

Effective communication

Multitasking

Education

National Telemetry Certification

Nurse Aide or Medical Assistant program

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

ECG equipment

Job description

Who You’ll JoinAt Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we believe exceptional patient care starts with a supportive and inclusive work environment. We empower every team member by providing access to advanced medical technology and continuous professional development. Join our collaborative culture, where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged.We are seeking a Telemetry Monitoring Technician to enhance our healthcare team of innovated leaders for Full-time day shift (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM).Telemetry Central Monitoring resides on our Med-Surg/Critical Care unit yet monitors telemetry throughout the hospital. The Telemetry central monitoring tech plays a vital role on the multidisciplinary team and overall patient care.The ideal candidate with have the responsibility for monitoring telemetry throughout the hospital and must possess the ability to remain in focus with the task at hand despite the ever-present distractions of a busy nurse's station.If you are talented MA or CNA with previous experience in an acute care setting, we encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your healthcare career—apply today and bring your expertise to Santiam Hospital & Clinics, recently honored as 2026’s Best Hospital in the Willamette Valley!What You’ll DoThe ideal candidate with have the responsibility for monitoring telemetry throughout the hospital and must possess the ability to remain in focus with the task at hand despite the ever-present distractions of a busy nurse's station.Independently observe and interpret cardiac rhythms and document them in patient’s medical record.Appropriately respond to all monitor alarms by reporting changes in rate/rhythm to nurse and/or physician for urgent and/or non-urgent intervention, and document changes in rhythm and rate.Document EKG waveforms in the patient records by recording measurements of heart rate, PR interval and QRs on rhythm strips, identifying rhythms such as NSR, SB, ST Asystole, SVT, A-Fib, A-Flutter, and VT, and Ensuring recorded rhythm strips are mounted and placed on patient’s chart after review by the nurse.Set-up and operate telemetry and electrocardiogram equipment for the unit and ensure monitor alarms are “on” when patient is on unit.Orient staff to central monitoring capability and role of Telemetry Monitor Tech.Perform clerical and other duties as assigned.Expert at using all functions of central monitoring equipment; able to troubleshoot to recognize monitoring the problems, identify probable causes, and seek solutions to correct the problem.What You’ll NeedHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.National Telemetry Certification required prior to hire or within 3 months of hire.Completion of Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant or equivalent program requiredExperience as a monitor tech preferred.Experience in healthcare setting required.Minimum of one year experience in an acute care facility required.The ability to remain calm in stressful environments.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.Excellent technical skills for hospital telemetry monitoring equipment.Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.Friendly and professional manner.Multi-tasking skills.Effective oral, written, and reading communication skills.Ability to lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs.Job duties may require intense concentration or attention to detail (more than 75% of work time).Benefits for Eligible Positions:Medical, Vision and Dental InsurancePTO and holiday payEmployee Referral Program401(k) RetirementLife InsuranceLong Term DisabilityEmployee DiscountsBilingual Pay Differential for eligible positionsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positionsTuition Assistance for eligible positionsWhy Santiam Hospital?At Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Our commitment to excellence in patient care is matched by our dedication to employee growth and well-being. As part of our team, you’ll have access to cutting-edge medical technology, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. Join us at Santiam Hospital & Clinics, where your skills and compassion will be appreciated, and together, we can make a positive impact on the health and lives of our community.With 12 clinics offering 9 specialties, you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic healthcare community. We’re proud to have been named the 2026 Best Place to Have a Baby, Best Hospital, Best Surgery Center, as well as receiving accolades for our Women’s Clinic, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for our patients.Santiam Hospital & Clinics is a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and an EEO Affirmative Action Race/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Veteran/Disability Employer.All communication will exclusively originate from an @santiamhospital.org email address. For your security, please do not respond to messages from any other email domain.