Monitor Technician - Monitoring Central Telemetry - PRN
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Associate that demonstrates knowledge of
cardiac arrhythmias with the ability to recognize normal and
abnormal rhythms. Requisitions supplies, equipment and services as
needed and/or directed by Clinical Director. Collaborates with
other Clinical Associates to meet individual patient needs, using
available resources to insure quality, cost effective care.
Responsibilities: Responsible for continuous observation of the
heart rhythms of patients being monitored on central telemetry;
aware of baseline rhythm for all patients monitoring Communicates
changes rhythms, ectopy, etc. to appropriate nursing associate;
ensures all communications are documented in appropriate log
Accurately performs clerical tasks related to the patient’s medical
record, places reports (12 hour strip review, alarm records) on the
medical record in a timely manner Communicates effectively with
interdisciplinary team. Communicates appropriately with physicians,
staff members, patient/family members. Facilitates communication to
appropriate caregivers. Ability to effectively utilize telephone
and fax Performs assigned department maintenance duties. Ensures
transmitter inventory is conducted, transmitters are clean,
functioning properly, etc. to ensure readiness for next patient.
Notifies Director and Biomedical Engineering of any transmitter
and/or pager malfunctions in a timely manner Demonstrates
department teamwork, follows directions promptly and courteously
Assures routine department functioning. Accurately reports
discharges/transfers promptly. Answers the telephone, takes
messages, and directs calls. Keeps work area clean and organized
Demonstrates professionalism in teamwork and communication.
Exhibits initiative in accepting responsibility for own actions.
Assures compliance with all JCAHO, OSHA, Infection control, safety
and other regulatory standards including privacy and security
regulations (HIPPA); is supportive of hospital and department
objectives, decisions and policies by deed and speech Requirements:
Education/Skills High School Diploma Successful completion of Basic
Arrhythmia Course Experience Knowledge of medical terminology and
previous experience Cardiac/CV experience Licenses, Registrations,
or Certifications BLS required Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per
Diem As Needed
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