Monitor Technician

• Rhythm Surveillance: Continuously observe, interpret, evaluate, and document EKG tracings on telemetry-monitored patients. 
• Alarm Management: Rapidly respond to monitor alarms and promptly notify appropriate clinical staff of dysrhythmias and other critical findings. 
• Equipment Operation: Operate and utilize monitoring systems to their full capacity while ensuring the proper, safe functioning of telemetry equipment. 
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, complete records of patient monitoring data and report logs for the medical teams. 
• Collaboration: Work alongside nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to maintain comprehensive, high-quality patient care. 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Training: Completion of a monitor technician surveillance program/course is required upon hire. Candidates without this training must complete an approved certificate program within 90 days of hire. 
• Experience: 1 year of recent experience in monitor technician surveillance within the last 5 years may be accepted in lieu of formal course requirements. 
• Competency: Must successfully complete the Sentara Basic Arrhythmia competency tool, including passing a basic arrhythmia exam, prior to completing new employee orientation.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE