Monitor Tech FT Days Job at Community Health Systems, Gadsden, AL

ODhmZVd0WWQ1M2FpdEl2eTJBSVdmWk5Jd1E9PQ==
  • Community Health Systems
  • Gadsden, AL

Job Description

**Job Summary** The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to assess and document patient cardiac rhythms. Identifies arrhythmias, communicates findings to the healthcare team, and ensures monitoring equipment is functional and accurately configured. Supports patient safety and effective care delivery. **Essential Functions** + 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. + Complies with all policies and standards. **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 **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Proficiency in reading and interpreting EKG rhythms and identifying arrhythmias. + Strong attention to detail and ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to operate and troubleshoot telemetry monitoring equipment. + Knowledge of patient safety protocols and escalation processes. + Organizational skills to manage equipment tracking and documentation efficiently. **Licenses and Certifications** + BCLS - Basic Life Support required Equal Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

Job Tags

Local area, Shift work,

Similar Jobs

Five Star Painting Careers

Carpentry SubContractor Job at Five Star Painting Careers

Our company is growing and we pride ourselves in working with quality painting and carpentry crews! If you are a carpentry subcontractor interested in working with our dynamic team, please fill out the application.The ideal candidates are painting professionals with the... 

Walmart

Senior Manager, Creative - Associate Creative Director (Art), Style Job at Walmart

 ...Position Summary...****What you'll do...****About Us:**Walmart Creative Studio (WCS) is the in-house creative agency for Walmart. Our...  ...Creative Director and be supported by a Senior Art Director to form a full-service pod to create 360 degree, full funnel advertising... 

National Testing Network

Police Officer Cadet Job at National Testing Network

 ...harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.... 

Journey Beyond

Lodge & Camp Managers | Outback Spirit Tours Job at Journey Beyond

 ...places and shape lasting memories for our guests. Outback Spirit Tours offers a range of unique adventure tours and luxury short stays...  ...ABOUT THE ROLE: Step into a pivotal role as Lodge or Camp Manager at one of iconic properties across Western Australia, Northern... 

Pernini Legal, LLC

Litigation & Trial Practice - Associate Attorney - Food & Beverage Job at Pernini Legal, LLC

 ...Litigation & Trial Practice Counsel (Attorney) - Food & Beverage Location: Washington, D.C. HYBRID Our client, a prestigious...  ...their Washington, D.C. office . This role focuses on FDA regulatory compliance and enforcement matters, specifically within the...