Telemetry Monitor Technician: Precise Rhythm Surveillance

Northwest Health; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health in Indiana is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, assess and document patient cardiac rhythms, and promptly communicate findings to the nursing team.

The role requires a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clinical experience; familiarity with equipment troubleshooting, lead placement, and patient safety protocols is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of a telemetry or EKG interpretation course during orientation period is required.
• 0–2 years of clerical and/or clinical experience in a medical setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes and interprets telemetry monitors and records rhythm strips at established intervals.
• Identifies rhythm changes and promptly notifies the nurse or other licensed personnel.
• Maintains effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to ensure seamless care coordination.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with monitoring equipment and escalates 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 awareness

Education

Telemetry/EKG course completion

Tools

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

Northwest Health in Indiana is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors, assess and document patient cardiac rhythms, and promptly communicate findings to the nursing team.

The role requires a telemetry or EKG interpretation course and 0–2 years of clinical experience; familiarity with equipment troubleshooting, lead placement, and patient safety protocols is essential.