Cardiac Telemetry Specialist

Southern California Hospitals; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern California Hospitals seeks a Monitor Technician to provide continuous observation of patients' cardiac rhythm and identify basic arrhythmias. You will promptly notify licensed staff of changes and ensure rhythm strips are mounted and documented.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting alarms, maintaining HIPAA-compliant records, and communicating effectively with the care team. English proficiency, basic medical terminology knowledge, and computer literacy are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified in basic arrhythmia recognition.
• BLS certification required.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Strong computer literacy.
• LA Fire and Life Safety Card required for LA city employees.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' cardiac rhythm and report changes to licensed nurse/physician.
• Troubleshoot alarms and ensure rhythm strips are mounted and documented.
• Maintain infection control and HIPAA compliant documentation.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual capabilities

Communication skills

Medical terminology familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Basic Arrhythmia Certification

AHA Basic Life Support

Understanding of basic medical terminology

English reading/writing ability

Computer literacy

Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City employees only)

Tools

Telemetry monitoring systems

Job description

Southern California Hospitals seeks a Monitor Technician to provide continuous observation of patients' cardiac rhythm and identify basic arrhythmias. You will promptly notify licensed staff of changes and ensure rhythm strips are mounted and documented.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting alarms, maintaining HIPAA-compliant records, and communicating effectively with the care team. English proficiency, basic medical terminology knowledge, and computer literacy are essential.