Telemetry Technician (EKG) PRN

Job Title Telemetry Monitor Tech

Job Type: Full-Time | Days

Schedule: 3x12, Nights (7a-7p), Rotating Weekends

Your Experience Matters

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Telemetry Monitor Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

A Telemetry Monitor Technician who excels in this role:

• Provides continuous cardiac and telemetry monitoring under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and promptly recognizes, documents, and reports abnormal heart rhythms or changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
• Performs and documents vital signs, intake and output, and other patient care activities as assigned.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including ambulation, toileting, grooming, and basic comfort measures when needed.
• Maintains accurate telemetry records and ensures monitoring equipment is functioning properly at all times.
• Communicates effectively with nurses, physicians, and ancillary departments regarding rhythm changes, alarms, and patient status updates.
• Supports unit operations by managing monitor station responsibilities, answering phones, processing orders, and assisting with overall department workflow.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment in accordance with hospital policies and infection prevention standards.
• Documents patient care activities and monitor observations in compliance with hospital and departmental standards.
• Participates in required education, competency validations, annual training, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and departmental operations.

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous experience in a physician office, clinic, or hospital setting preferred.

• Certified Medical Assistant required from a nationally recognized organization (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, or equivalent).
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Handle with Care certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

• 10-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• 12-bed Geriatric Psychiatry Unit
• 12-bed Acute Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Unit
• Skilled Nursing Unit
• Sleep Lab
• Cardiac Catheterization Lab
• Five Operating Rooms
• Two Endoscopy Suites

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is a 99-bed acute care facility providing inpatient and outpatient services to Lawrence County and surrounding communities. The hospital offers a wide range of healthcare services supported by a qualified and diverse medical staff, including emergency services, cardiology, inpatient rehabilitation, surgical services, diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography), and intensive care services.

EEOC Statement

"Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."