Monitor Tech

Monitor Technician

The Monitor Technician plays a key role within the Nursing Monitor Techs department, supporting a 32-bed surgical telemetry unit that provides continuous care to individuals recovering from surgical procedures and experiencing cardiac arrhythmias. As part of this department, the Monitor Technician helps ensure accurate cardiac observation and timely communication that directly supports clinical decision-making. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, and this position contributes to the delivery of high-quality patient care within that mission. The Monitor Technician is essential to maintaining safe, uninterrupted cardiac monitoring operations. The Monitor Technician works in close collaboration with nursing staff and other clinical personnel to track, document, and communicate changes in cardiac rate and rhythm. This role requires a high level of focus, attention to detail, and reliability to support patient outcomes throughout each shift. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable to varied and rotating schedules, and experienced in monitoring cardiac rhythms in a clinical environment. A strong understanding of EKG patterns, patient monitoring procedures, and accurate clinical documentation practices is highly valued, along with demonstrated reliability in fast-paced hospital settings.

Minimum $18.27 – Midpoint $22.84 – Maximum $27.40 The typical work schedule is Nights or Days, Rotating, Varied, Weekends from 7p -7a or 7a - 7p. Both shifts are available. The total work week is 36 hours. Work Location: Onsite in the Texas Medical Center

Responsibilities

Telemetry Monitoring & Documentation

• Monitor and document EKG and cardiac rhythms continuously.
• Observe and record non-invasive blood pressure readings and pulse oximetry measurements.
• Identify changes in cardiac rate or rhythm and promptly report findings to nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate records of all admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Update and manage telemetry logs with precise and timely information.

Patient Care Support

• Support nursing staff with critical data needed for patient assessment.
• Contribute to patient safety by maintaining continuous observation of assigned monitors.

Operational Accuracy

• Ensure correct operation and observation of monitoring equipment.
• Follow all established procedures for telemetry documentation and workflow.

Communication

• Relay urgent clinical information immediately to the responsible nurse.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to support workflow across the telemetry unit.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental operations.

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Successful completion of a basic cardiac arrhythmia course.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 1 year Prior experience in EKG / cardiac monitoring. or
• Required: No experience required with preferred education.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience in cardiac monitoring.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.