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Centralized Monitor Technician Training Cohort - October 2026

BJC HealthCare
Saint Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2027
Additional Information About the Role

BJC is offering a Centralized Monitor Tech I Students Cohort!  This is a paid 10-week accelerated training program which combines classroom instruction, hands-on skill labs and on-the-job training in a clinical practice.

 

Program Highlights:

  • Advanced Accelerated Cohort Program Learning – paid to be a student cohort & to successfully complete to move into your full-time role
  • Cohort Duration: 10 weeks (Mon–Fri)
  • Start Date: October 19, 2026
  • Hours: 36 hours per week (in-person)
    • Day shift (7a-7p) or Night shift (7p-7a)
  • Cohort Program Locations: St. Louis Community College (STLCC) & BJC Commons, St. Louis, MO (required attendance at both locations)
  • Compensation: $17.75/hour
  • Cohort Attendance Policy: In-person attendance required for the entire duration; no absences allowed. – no program breaks for the 10 week session
  • Homework & Study Expectations: Estimated study & homework time per night 2 hours per night
    • 4 hours of weekly online coursework
  • Post Cohort Program Requirement - After successful completion of program immediately placed into Full-Time Centralized Monitor Technician I position @ BJC The Commons
  • Benefits Eligible (www.bjctotalrewards.org)

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Centralized Telemetry, a department in which trained monitor technicians observe and analyze various heart rhythms of patients who are admitted to the Centralized Telemetry Monitoring system. Technicians monitor patients within BJH North and South, as well as, BJ West County. Constant communication with nursing staff regarding changes in rhythm status is key to patient care. Technicians will call CODES if lethal rhythms are detected for patient safety and positive outcome of patient condition


Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides customer-focused telemetry monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms with an average of 48 patients per shift to ensure the prompt and accurate delivery of care vital to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, suspected arrhythmias, drug intervention per floor with need for observation, and potential of life-threatening cardiac events. Initiates code and rapid response teams for patients at risk of death or serious harm. Collaborates with health care providers to initiate, monitor and communicate findings during video monitoring of patients at risk of harm due to medical conditions. Assists with delivery and maintenance of inventory, including inventory storage, cleaning and troubleshooting.

 

Responsibilities

  • Establishes and maintains proficiency in the analysis and interpretation of ECG rhythms, spo2 waveforms, and other vital signs as set by physician order that are used to monitor a patient’s overall medical condition. Conducts ongoing reviews of patient ECG rhythm, and depending on level of acuity may include blood pressure, spo2 level, respiratory rate, and Co2 level to develop a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s condition and to communicate that knowledge to nursing staff. Conducts accurate analysis and interpretation of ECG rhythms, preserving a record within the cardiac monitoring system for access by treatment team. Maintains a shift log of all phone calls made. Acts as preceptor and mentor to new monitor technicians. Provides brief, focused education to nursing staff to promote an understanding of cardiac rhythms.
  • Establishes and maintains proficiency in operating the ECG and video monitoring system.
  • Initiates telemetry monitoring via delivery and attachment of telemetry monitoring equipment. Maintains inventory, including storage, ordering, troubleshooting of faulty equipment, and disinfection procedures.
  • Assists in all daily operations in a manner that facilitates the achievement of a high level of customer satisfaction and experience.
  • Establishes and maintains the ability to float to multiple stations located within Centralized Telemetry Monitoring, including the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Telemetry distribution center.
  • Minimum Requirements

    Education

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Preferred Requirements

    Education

  • Associate or Trade School Equi
  • Experience

  • <2 years
  • No Experience
  • Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience

  • Benefits and Legal Statement

    BJC Total Rewards

    At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
    • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

    To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

    *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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