Telemetry Monitor Tech — Cardiac Rhythm Guardian

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, identify arrhythmias, and document patient rhythms.

You will communicate findings to the healthcare team and ensure monitors and leads are properly configured and functioning. The role requires interpreting EKG rhythms, promptly notifying licensed personnel of rhythm changes, and maintaining equipment through routine troubleshooting and setup.

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Telemetry course

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, identify arrhythmias, and document patient rhythms.

You will communicate findings to the healthcare team and ensure monitors and leads are properly configured and functioning. The role requires interpreting EKG rhythms, promptly notifying licensed personnel of rhythm changes, and maintaining equipment through routine troubleshooting and setup.