Monitor Technician

Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Pompton Plains
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description Responsible for monitoring heart rhythm pattern of patients in special care unit of hospital to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment Principal Accountabilities: 1. Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. 2. Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm. 3. Informs supervisor or General Duty Nurse of variances to initiate examination of patient. 4. Measures length and height of patient's heart rhythm pattern on graphic tape readout, using calipers, and posts information on patient records. 5. Answers calls for assistance from patients and inquiries concerning patients from medical staff. 6. Prepares documentation regarding evaluation results, progress reports, and personalized treatment plans. 7. May perform relevant duties as needed. Qualifications Required: 1. HS Diploma 2. Completion of Basic Arrhythmia course required 3. Able to pass telemetry pre-test Preferred: 1. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 2. Current Monitor Tech experience and/or recent clinical experience preferred

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