What are the responsibilities and job description for the Monitor Technician position at Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)?
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
respond to alarms for safe patient care.
personnel’s use in determining patient care.
results.
Education
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 on an electrocardiographic display to
respond to alarms for safe patient care.
- Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm and prior
personnel’s use in determining patient care.
- Maintains and updates records on each patient to ensure an accurate record of the
results.
- Troubleshoots and identifies routine technical concerns with monitoring systems to
- Utilize telephone and overhead page technology to communicate with the patient care team across ARH facilities.
- Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.
- Reviews and meets ongoing education and competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent, required.
- Successful completion of Electrocardiogram (ECG) Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation course within three months of hire OR a score of 85% or greater on the Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Challenge Exam upon hire, required.
- Completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course, preferred.
- One year experience as a Telemetry Monitor Technician, preferred.
- One year experience with direct patient care, preferred.
- Certification in telemetry monitoring or related field.
- Experience in a clinical setting.
- Proficiency with telemetry monitoring equipment.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong observational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms accurately.
- Team player with a collaborative attitude.
- Ability to remain alert and focused during long shifts.
- Proficient computer skills for maintaining patient records.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle high-stress situations effectively.
- Commitment to continuing education and skill development.
- Strong ethical standards and professional integrity.