Telemetry Monitor Technician — Entry-Level Per Diem

UNC Health; Old Farm (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is hiring a Monitor Tech to assist care teams by monitoring cardiac rhythms and supporting unit desk functions. The role includes telemetry interpretation and clerical duties to support patient care in a per diem capacity.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, fluency in English, and the ability to learn ECG interpretation and monitor system protocols within defined timeframes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to policies, procedures, safety plans, and standards set by regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrates the Monitor Technician skills as validated by competency checklists.
• Documents and interprets patient heart rhythm and rate using telemetry.
• Ensures patient safety by notifying the charge nurse of risk factors and maintaining safety measures.
• Communicates routine information clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Identifies arrhythmias or significant changes and reports them to the assigned nurse.
• Obtains six-second ECG strips as indicated and provides them for evaluation.
• Plans and organizes work to maximize time, resources, and staffing to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UNC Health is hiring a Monitor Tech to assist care teams by monitoring cardiac rhythms and supporting unit desk functions. The role includes telemetry interpretation and clerical duties to support patient care in a per diem capacity.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, fluency in English, and the ability to learn ECG interpretation and monitor system protocols within defined timeframes.