Telemetry Monitor Tech
Asheville, North Carolina
North Carolina Division Office

Monitor Tech - Tele (Travel Position)

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Central Monitoring Unit (CMU)
• Average Patients Monitored Daily: 336
• Staffing: 65 total staff

  • Day Shift: 12 telemetry competent staff
  • Night Shift: 12 telemetry competent staff
• Patient Ratio: 40+ patients per monitor tech
• Equipment: GE Carescape
• EMR System: Cerner Patient Observer (for Virtual Sitter role)

Job Description

• Monitor cardiac rhythms for a high volume of patients across 7 different hospitals remotely
• Analyze and interpret heart rhythms
• Build end-of-shift reports within GE Carescape system
• Add and discharge patients from GE Carescape system
• Communicate with floor staff via desktop phone and iPhone application
• Maintain a running call log
• Multi-task effectively in a high-stress environment
• Cross-training provided for Virtual Sitter Attendant role

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Monitor Tech (highest required years of experience)
• Prior travel experience working in remote monitoring required
• Telemetry competent
• Ability to pass a basic cardiac rhythm test
• Ability to analyze and interpret heart rhythms
• Good attendance record
• Proficient English reading and writing skills
• Proficient typing and basic computer skills
• Basic knowledge of iPhone operation
• Ability to monitor a high volume of patients and remain calm under stress

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• CNA background
• Cardiac nursing background
• Medical terminology knowledge
• ECG Board Certification
• Previous experience with GE monitoring systems

Work Schedule & Environment

• 12-hour shifts:

  • Day Shift: 06:45 - 19:15 (unit huddle at 06:53)
  • Night Shift: 18:45 - 07:15 (unit huddle at 18:53)
• 6 weekend shifts and 2 on-call shifts every 6 weeks
• No cafeteria on site; staff must bring food or order from nearby restaurants
• Position involves prolonged sitting; desks have sit-to-stand capability
• Business casual dress code; no denim; scrubs of any color allowed

Personality & Work Style

• Positive attitude
• Energetic and respectful
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Able to cope with stress professionally

Certifications

• No specific certifications required for this role

Additional Notes

• The Central Monitoring Unit is located about 8 miles from downtown Asheville; some hospitals monitored are over 1.5 hours away
• Virtual Sitter options available as part of the role with cross-training provided