Telemetry Monitor Technician (Night Shift)

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Powell, TN is seeking a Monitor Technician to continuously surveil telemetry monitors, document cardiac rhythms, and identify arrhythmias for timely communication to the care team.

Successful candidates will be proficient in EKG rhythm interpretation, maintain equipment configuration, and support patient safety through accurate monitoring and escalation processes on a full-time night shift.

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication

Telemetry equipment operation

Patient safety protocols

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Powell, TN is seeking a Monitor Technician to continuously surveil telemetry monitors, document cardiac rhythms, and identify arrhythmias for timely communication to the care team.

Successful candidates will be proficient in EKG rhythm interpretation, maintain equipment configuration, and support patient safety through accurate monitoring and escalation processes on a full-time night shift.