Monitor Technician

Overview

The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication and documentation of cardiac rhythms, rhythm components and telemetry indicators for multiple patients. The individual will view multiple patients’ electrocardiographic displays to monitor noninvasive cardiac activity of patients and notify appropriate healthcare personnel on variances in the electrocardiographic pattern. These monitoring requirements will apply to Appalachian Regional Healthcare patients at a remote location across the system. The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for collaboration with clinical staff in order to establish appropriate communication with each site. The Telemetry Monitor Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting routine technical concerns with equipment and notifying biomedical equipment individuals for non-basic repairs.

Responsibilities

• Monitors multiple patients’ cardiac activity using electrocardiographic displays and communicates changes in cardiac rhythm patterns to appropriate healthcare personnel.

• Responds appropriately to monitor alarms to promote safe and effective patient care.

• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythms and identify variances from previous rhythms.

• Accurately documents patients’ cardiac rhythms in the medical record to support clinical decision-making and patient care.

• Maintains and updates records for each patient to ensure accurate tracking of cardiac activity and monitoring results.

• Troubleshoots and identifies routine technical issues with cardiac monitoring systems.

• Performs appropriate corrective actions or contacts biomedical equipment personnel to resolve equipment concerns.

• Utilizes telephone and overhead paging systems to communicate effectively with patient care teams across ARH facilities.

• Maintains regular attendance to ensure continuity of patient monitoring and support essential job functions.

• Completes ongoing education and competency requirements to maintain the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform role-specific duties.

• Adheres to established policies, procedures, and standards related to cardiac monitoring and patient safety.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Successful completion of an Electrocardiogram (ECG) Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation course within three (3) months of hire OR a score of 85% or greater on the Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Challenge Exam upon hire. Required.

• Completion of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course preferred.

Experience

• One (1) year experience as a Telemetry Monitor Technician preferred.

• One (1) year experience providing direct patient care preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Certification in telemetry monitoring or a related field.

• Experience working in a clinical setting.

• Proficiency with telemetry monitoring equipment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Detail-oriented with strong observational skills.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

• Ability to accurately interpret cardiac rhythms.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Ability to remain alert and focused during extended shifts.

• Proficient computer skills for maintaining patient records and documentation.

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Ability to manage high-stress situations effectively.

• Commitment to continuing education and professional skill development.

• Demonstrates strong ethical standards and professional integrity.