Monitor Technician

• Perform variance ECG monitor placements, including Holter, Extended Holter, and Event monitors
• Apply ECG interpretation skills to analyze and compile 24- and 48-hour Holter monitor reports for cardiologist review
• Work collaboratively with other Holter scanning experts and physicians
• Complete training with potential for hybrid work after becoming fully trained
• Provide ECG technology support as part of UW Health Clinics’ patient-care operations

ECG Technician – Holter Monitor

• Provide one-to-one observation for patients with suicidal/homicidal ideations, psychiatric illness, child-abuse or drug-abuse risk, confusion, or behavior problems
• Perform no direct care activities
• Maintain constant eye contact with the patient and never leave the patient alone, including in the bathroom
• Observe and immediately report suicidal/homicidal gestures or threats, behavior changes, and changes in patient status to licensed or nursing staff
• Keep the environment free of harmful items such as glass, knives, and belts
• Prevent family members or friends from bringing outside items, including food, without nursing staff approval
• Maintain professional detachment and do not provide advice or counseling
• Notify nursing staff immediately whenever assistance is needed
• Maintain required documentation/flow sheets concerning the patient's condition and reason for observation

Virtual Monitor Technician – Medical Observer

• 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

• Provide 24/7 telemetry monitoring and observation for inpatients from all disciplines throughout the hospital.
• Continuously monitor patients’ cardiac rhythms and telemetry readings.
• Identify and recognize abnormal cardiac rhythms, arrhythmias, and significant rhythm changes.
• Promptly notify nursing staff of critical or abnormal findings.
• Maintain accurate documentation of monitored rhythms and significant events.
• Perform rhythm strips and provide them to clinical staff as required.
• Monitor multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining close attention to changes in condition.
• Verify proper telemetry connections and troubleshoot monitoring equipment when necessary.
• Apply and replace telemetry electrodes according to hospital procedures.
• Maintain organized and accurate patient monitoring records.
• Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Respond appropriately to monitor alarms and determine whether intervention or notification is needed.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes related to telemetry monitoring.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Follow hospital policies, infection-control procedures, and patient-safety standards.
• Report equipment malfunctions and assist with maintaining monitoring equipment.
• Maintain competency in cardiac rhythm recognition and telemetry-monitoring procedures.
• Demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Provide continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients at risk to themselves or others
• Use virtual monitoring workflows and preventative measures
• Provide verbal redirection and communicate with patient care staff
• Use alarms and other techniques to safely redirect patients from at-risk behaviors
• Serve as a patient observer at the bedside when needed