Telemetry / IMU Monitor Technician

East Houston Medical Center
Houston, Texas

East Houston Medical Center is seeking a vigilant, clinically astute, and service-driven Telemetry / IMU Monitor Technician to join our acute care team. This position plays a vital role in safeguarding patient outcomes through continuous cardiac rhythm observation, prompt recognition of clinical changes, and timely communication with the nursing and provider teams in the Telemetry and Intermediate Medical Unit environment.

Position Summary

The Telemetry / IMU Monitor Technician is responsible for the continuous observation, interpretation, and documentation of cardiac monitoring data for patients requiring telemetry surveillance in an acute care hospital setting. This role supports patient safety by identifying normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms, escalating urgent findings without delay, and maintaining monitoring accuracy in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Continuously observe telemetry monitors and maintain awareness of assigned patient cardiac rhythms and monitored activity.
Recognize, interpret, and promptly communicate rhythm changes, dysrhythmias, and other clinically significant findings to the appropriate licensed nurse or provider.
Obtain, print, label, and maintain rhythm strips at required intervals and during notable cardiac events in accordance with unit and hospital standards.
Verify proper function of telemetry equipment, leads, cables, and alarm settings, and report equipment concerns immediately for resolution.
Maintain accurate, timely, and legible documentation related to telemetry monitoring responsibilities.
Support unit workflow through professional communication, coordination with clinical staff, and completion of related clerical or monitoring support duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate brings a disciplined eye for detail, sound judgment, and the ability to remain composed in a high-acuity setting where early detection matters. Success in this role requires technical competence, sustained concentration, excellent communication, and a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Successful completion of a telemetry, monitor technician, EKG, or dysrhythmia interpretation course preferred.
Previous hospital-based telemetry, monitor technician, unit clerk, or related acute care experience preferred.
Working knowledge of basic cardiac rhythm interpretation and medical terminology preferred.
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to document and communicate with accuracy and professionalism required.

Work Environment

This position supports a 24-hour hospital operation and may require day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday availability based on departmental needs. The role demands continuous visual attention, strong situational awareness, and consistent collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Why East Houston Medical Center

East Houston Medical Center serves the East Houston community as an acute care hospital environment focused on responsive care, safety, and operational excellence. This opportunity is well-suited for a monitoring professional who values precision, urgency, teamwork, and meaningful contribution to the patient care continuum.

Equal Opportunity Statement

East Houston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace that values professionalism, inclusion, respect, and compliance with applicable employment laws. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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