Telemetry Monitor Tech – Heart Rhythm Guardian

CommonSpirit Health; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital in Lake Jackson, TX is seeking a Monitor Tech to continuously observe patients' cardiac rhythms, analyze EKG strips, and report changes to the nursing staff.

The role requires sharp observational skills, knowledge of rhythms, and the ability to act quickly under pressure to support patient safety. On-site work with collaboration across the telemetry team.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Basic Life Support CPR within 14 days.
• One year of experience as Monitor Tech, EMT, or Paramedic (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Continuous observation of monitored EKG patterns and pulse oximetry as ordered.
• Sets up, calibrates and maintains settings and alarms on telemetry module.
• Obtains rhythm strip at beginning of shift, on admission and whenever changes occur.
• Labels strip with patient identification, time, lead monitored, PR interval, ST interval, QRS interval.
• Identifies changes in rate, rhythm or pattern and notifies RN of these changes.
• Responds to emergency situations and notifies appropriate staff.
• Assists in answering telephone and ensures transmitters are cleaned between patients.
• Attends annual in‐services and unit meetings; floats to other areas as needed.

Job description

St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital in Lake Jackson, TX is seeking a Monitor Tech to continuously observe patients' cardiac rhythms, analyze EKG strips, and report changes to the nursing staff.

The role requires sharp observational skills, knowledge of rhythms, and the ability to act quickly under pressure to support patient safety. On-site work with collaboration across the telemetry team.