Telemetry Monitoring Specialist (Night Shift Incentives)

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Crest View (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Job summary

North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crest View, PA is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous telemetry surveillance, interpret EKG rhythms, and document findings accurately. This role supports patient safety and effective care delivery by ensuring monitors are functioning properly and configured for each patient.

Responsibilities include promptly notifying nurses of rhythm changes, coordinating with the care team, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining lead placement and equipment

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 observe and interpret telemetry monitors and record rhythm strips at established intervals
• Identify rhythm changes and promptly notify the nurse or other licensed personnel of any rhythm changes
• Maintain effective communication with peers, staff, physicians, and leaders to ensure seamless care coordination
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with monitoring equipment, escalating unresolved problems to Bio-med or IT as directed
• Organize and track monitoring equipment during the shift, ensuring proper configuration for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Ensure 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

Documentation

Education

Telemetry/EKG interpretation course

Tools

Telemetry monitoring system

Job description

North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crest View, PA is seeking a Monitor Technician to provide continuous telemetry surveillance, interpret EKG rhythms, and document findings accurately. This role supports patient safety and effective care delivery by ensuring monitors are functioning properly and configured for each patient.

Responsibilities include promptly notifying nurses of rhythm changes, coordinating with the care team, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining lead placement and equipment