Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Compensation:

Salary Range: $17.50 - $24.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

The Video Monitoring team plays a vital role in supporting patient safety across the Marshfield Clinic Region, serving patients in eleven hospitals. As a Monitor Technician (Video), you will act as an extension of the care team by providing continuous video observation of patients who require additional monitoring to remain safe. Using advanced video surveillance technology, you will closely observe patient activity, recognize potential safety concerns, and promptly notify nursing staff when a patient requires assistance or intervention. Your attentiveness and timely communication help prevent falls, self-harm, and other safety events while supporting positive patient outcomes across the organization.

In this role, you will continuously monitor designated patients through live video feeds, follow established observation protocols and response algorithms, and interpret concerning behaviors or alarming events that require escalation. You may provide verbal redirection to help patients avoid at-risk behaviors and will collaborate closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate follow-up. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare without providing direct patient care. Success requires strong observation and communication skills, sound judgment, sustained attention, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality. We provide the training, tools, and support needed to succeed in a rewarding role where your vigilance and professionalism help keep patients safe every day.

The Telemetry Department plays a vital role in supporting patient care across three hospitals, including our tertiary care center in Marshfield. As a Telemetry Monitor Technician, you will serve as the eyes and ears of the healthcare team, continuously monitoring and analyzing cardiac rhythms and other physiological data using advanced telemetry technology. In this role, you will identify significant changes in patient conditions, respond to alarm parameters, and promptly communicate critical findings to nursing and medical staff, including during emergency situations. Success requires strong attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment where timely communication can directly impact patient outcomes.

Telemetry Monitor Technicians collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals while maintaining a high degree of independence in their daily responsibilities. Your expertise and vigilance play an essential role in promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality care across the organization. For those interested in beginning or advancing a healthcare career, Telemetry offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference without providing direct patient care. We provide the training, tools, and support needed to succeed in a rewarding, team-oriented environment where every shift contributes to exceptional patient care and improved outcomes.

Summary

The Monitor Tech provides support services. Some duties include: basic computer keyboarding skills, tearing down and assembling patient charts as appropriate, calling other departments to inform them of ordered tests and procedures as needed, and stocking supplies.

Job Description

In addition, the monitor tech will be responsible in monitoring and interpreting patient heart rhythms and vital signs as well as following set algorithm parameters that may raise alarms. Ability to interpret alarms and follow through with appropriate communication as needed. Depending on location, the monitor tech may also be providing continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Follows set algorithms, interprets alarming events, and follows through with appropriate communication as needed.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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