Monitor Technician - Cardiology

Aug 27, 2026 Monitor Technician - Cardiology

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Since 1893 Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

JOB SUMMARY The Monitoring Technician performs standard work related to telemetry monitoring on patients requiring continual cardiac observation and provides analysis of cardiac rhythms in compliance with all regulatory and hospital/system standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. This position also provides the interpretation, communications and documentation of cardiac rhythms and other monitored parameters.

Qualifications

REQUIRED High School diploma, GED, or 1-year relevant work experience Successful completion of Arrhythmia recognition and interpretation training prior to completing orientation (ability to test out if prior experience) Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information in English PREFERRED Previous nurse aide, monitor tech, EMT, inpatient unit secretary, or PCT Previous experience performing cardiac monitoring Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician [CRAT] or equivalent. Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Knowledge of ECG interpretation, medical/cardiac terminology preferred. Proficiency with navigating electronic monitor system. Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills with attention to detail, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Regular Standard Hours Per Week : 32 Schedule : Part-time (2 - 39 hours) Shift Details : Shifts every other weekend and rotating holidays required.