Telemetry Cardiac Monitor Tech Full Time Nights

Grandview Medical Center; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Telemetry Cardiac Monitor Tech for full-time night shifts. The role focuses on continuous surveillance of telemetry data to assess patient rhythms and detect arrhythmias, with timely communication to the care team.

Responsibilities include accurate rhythm interpretation, proper lead placement, equipment troubleshooting, and maintaining reliable monitoring systems.

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period.
• 0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry, recording rhythms at intervals.
• Identifies rhythm changes and notifies licensed staff of arrhythmias.
• Communicates with peers, nurses, physicians for care coordination.
• Troubleshoots monitoring equipment and escalates issues as directed.
• Manages equipment during shifts and ensures correct lead configuration.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Patient safety protocols

Organizational skills

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

EKG leads/placement

Job description

Telemetry Cardiac Monitor Tech Full Time Nights

Birmingham, AL, United States

Job Description

Job Summary The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. Identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and ensures monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured. Supports patient safety and effective care delivery.Essential Functions

• Continuously observes and interprets patient telemetry monitors, accurately recording rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies and promptly notifies the nurse or other licensed personnel of any rhythm changes, including potentially life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to ensure seamless care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment, escalating unresolved problems to Bio-med or IT as directed.
• Organizes and tracks monitoring equipment during the shift, ensuring proper configuration for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensures accurate lead placement and electrode application to maintain optimal telemetry monitoring.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period required
• 0-2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and identifying arrhythmias.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot telemetry monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of patient safety protocols and escalation processes.
• Organizational skills to manage equipment tracking and documentation efficiently.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Job Info

• Job Identification 167801
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/15/2026, 01:44 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US