Telemetry Monitor Tech: Precision Rhythm Surveillance

MountainView Regional Medical Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MountainView Regional Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Technician responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, documenting cardiac rhythms, and communicating findings to the care team. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate equipment configuration, and reliable performance within a hospital setting.

Your responsibilities include interpreting rhythms, notifying nurses of changes, and ensuring leads are correctly placed, with strong emphasis on teamwork and adherence to

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, recording rhythm strips at set intervals.
• Identifies rhythm changes and promptly notifies the nurse or licensed personnel.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders for seamless care.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment; escalates when needed.
• Coordinates equipment organization and tracking during shifts for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensures proper lead placement and electrode application for optimal telemetry monitoring.
• Performs other duties as assigned; maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Telemetry equipment operation

Patient safety knowledge

Equipment tracking

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course (orientation)

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

MountainView Regional Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Technician responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, documenting cardiac rhythms, and communicating findings to the care team. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate equipment configuration, and reliable performance within a hospital setting.

Your responsibilities include interpreting rhythms, notifying nurses of changes, and ensuring leads are correctly placed, with strong emphasis on teamwork and adherence to