Monitor Technician
Core
Monitors patients on cardiac telemetry, evaluates cardiac rhythms, and notifies staff of life-threatening arrhythmias.
Role type
clinical monitor technician
Builds
patient monitoring services and diagnostic reports
Domain
healthcare / cardiology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
cardiac rhythm interpretation, telemetry monitoring, ECG performance, Holter monitor setup, patient preparation, report typing, infection control protocols
Preferred skills
previous cardiac monitor technician experience, teamwork
Technologies
cardiac telemetry systems, Holter monitors, ECG machines, Meditech System
Responsibilities
Perform real-time arrhythmia monitoring and interpretation; conduct ECGs and hook up Holter/cardiac event monitors; prepare and type over-read reports; maintain patient and departmental records; ensure safety and infection control standards.
Seniority
entry-level to mid-level clinical staff