Monitor Tech

Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department Name: PCU-Monitor Techs-Hosp Work Shift: Night Job Category: Clinical Care The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. Bring your passion for patient care and join our mission today! Banner – University Medical Center Tucson was named by U.S. News & World Report as a 2025-2026 Best Regional Hospital, earning the No.1 spot in Tucson and No. 4 in Arizona. It is nationally ranked in adult specialty for ear, nose & throat at No. 45. As a Monitor Technician, you will be part of a team in charge of allpatient's requiring cardiac monitoring within the facility. You will be required to watch between 40 and 60 patients cardiac rhythms for abnormalities and alarms. You are also responsible for escalating changes and recognizing dangerous rhythms and notifying the healthcare team. Schedule: Full-time (3 day-12 hour) NIGHT shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. This will include weekends and holidays on rotation. Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation’s top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for continuous observation of patients’ monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors, and for reporting pertinent changes and abnormalities to the appropriate clinical staff. This position is also responsible for maintaining logs of activity and changes or behaviors in accordance with facility standards. CORE FUNCTIONS Provides continuous observation of monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors for assigned patients. Must be aware of pertinent medical history, medications and code status for each of their assigned patients. Alerts appropriate clinical staff of any changes and abnormalities. Obtains calibrated rhythm strips per policy and maintains documentation in accordance with facility standards. Documents changes in clinical and/or behavioral activity. Provides information and summaries to physicians and staff. Monitors and assists in the maintenance of monitoring equipment. May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and ancillary personnel. Works under general supervision. Interacts with all levels of staff within the facility, physicians, patients, families and external contacts and vendors. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Current BLS certification may be required in certain departments. Current BLS certification is required for Banner Staffing Services (BSS) monitor technicians. Depending on department assignment, completion of unit approved basic electrocardiogram -OR- electroencephalographic interpretation course or on the job training – and - a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG -OR- EEG test, with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias - OR - epileptiform activity. Must possess a working knowledge of medical terminology. Requires effective interpersonal and problem solving skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug‑free work environment. Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. 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