Virtual Telemetry Monitor Tech
Phoenix, Arizona
AZ Clinical Command Center

Virtual Monitor Tech – Phoenix, AZ

Job Overview

• Position involves remote surveillance of cardio-pulmonary rhythms via a central monitoring station in a virtual hospital setting.
• Responsible for recognizing, recording, and reporting dangerous rhythm changes and arrhythmias.
• Work is performed under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Each technician may monitor up to 60 patients simultaneously using advanced IT technology.
• Must follow established protocols for communication and emergency situations to support patient outcomes.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM and 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Night shift position with mandatory availability for 2-3 day shifts for orientation.
• Must work 4 weekend shifts per schedule (weekends defined as Friday/Saturday for night shift).
• Holiday work required.
• No set schedules.
• No call or standby requirement, but may occur if census drops.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited program including EKG interpretation.
• Minimum 2 years of recent related work experience required; 3 years preferred.
• Must pass Advanced Dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance (lethal rhythms are pass/fail with only one attempt).
• BLS Certification required.
• Cannot hold another job while on assignment.
• Must comply with a strict no cell phone policy; hospital provides a work phone.
• Prior travel experience is not specified as required.

Orientation & Training

• Unit/department-specific orientation required.
• Mandatory in-person orientation with equipment vendor (GE) for initial group.
• Orientation includes 2-3 day shifts even for night shift hires.

Equipment & Technology

• Monitor equipment includes GE and Ascom systems.

Additional Information

• Position is within a 50-mile radius rule; local rates do not apply.
• The facility does not sign timesheets.
• Opportunity to cross-train as Virtual Patient Companion or Clinical Connection Specialist.
• Dress code is business casual.

Patient Load & Environment

• Monitoring approximately 45-60 patients per technician.
• Facility size: 340 beds (virtual monitoring setting).

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