Telemetry Monitor Technician - Night Shift Pay & Benefits

CHS Career Site; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly housing stipend

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Reimbursement program

Job summary

Lower Keys Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Technician to continuously monitor telemetry, interpret rhythms, and communicate findings to the care team. You will ensure equipment is configured correctly and lead placement is accurate to support safe, effective patient care.

The role requires a telemetry/EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of related clinical experience, with strong attention to detail and solid communication.

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 telemetry monitors and records rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies and promptly notifies the nurse or other licensed personnel of 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 skills

Telemetry equipment troubleshooting

Patient safety protocols

Documentation

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

Lower Keys Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Technician to continuously monitor telemetry, interpret rhythms, and communicate findings to the care team. You will ensure equipment is configured correctly and lead placement is accurate to support safe, effective patient care.

The role requires a telemetry/EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of related clinical experience, with strong attention to detail and solid communication.