Monitor Technician

. Provide direct patient care to assigned patients as a Monitor Tech/Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician .

Posted 9/25/2026part-timeLittle Rock • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct patient care to assigned patients as a Monitor Tech/Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician
Work as a team member of the Respiratory Care Department (Heart Station)
Perform EKGs throughout the hospital and outpatient clinics
Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry and ECG rhythms for assigned patients
Recognize and accurately interpret common cardiac rhythms and rhythm changes
Identify and promptly report abnormal or life-threatening rhythms to nursing staff
Maintain constant observation of telemetry monitors and respond appropriately to alarms
Document rhythm changes, alarms, and pertinent patient information according to hospital procedures
Perform rhythm strips and provide them to nursing staff for review when required
Verify proper telemetry equipment placement and troubleshoot basic monitoring issues
Notify nursing staff of disconnected leads, poor signal quality, or equipment malfunctions
Maintain accurate patient assignments and ensure monitoring coverage at all times
Communicate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals
Follow hospital policies related to telemetry monitoring, patient privacy, and safety
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information
Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe monitoring environment
Participate in patient-safety initiatives and other departmental activities as assigned

What you’ll need

High school diploma/GED
Six (6) months direct patient care related experience
PCT certified within three (3) months of hire (training provided)
Must pass the dysrhythmia course and maintain competency as a telemetry technician
Become CPR certified within the first 90 days of hire (training provided)
Basic computer skills
Excellent communication skills, strong work ethics and accountability
Must complete the dysrhythmia course within 90 day evaluation period and maintain competency as a telemetry technician
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Comp & perks