Night Telemetry Monitor Technician (On-Call)

Kaiser Permanente; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente's OC Irvine Medical Center is seeking an on-site, on-call Night ECG monitor observer to support the Mixed MedSurg/Tele Unit 2 in Irvine. You will observe arrhythmia, run and post rhythm stripes, and communicate changes to the nursing staff.

The role requires a School diploma or GED, formal EKG/arrhythmia training, and the ability to work as a team in a busy on-site environment during night shifts. This position is on-call with variable days.

Qualifications

• Formal EKG or arrhythmia class with a minimum of 20 hours.
• Kaiser Permanente arrhythmia assessment test with 80%+.
• Adequate hearing either with or without a device.
• Previous monitor observer experience preferred.
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Observe cardiac rhythm of patients on monitor and post rhythm stripes at designated intervals.
• Initiate code blues and notify nursing staff of changes in rhythm.
• Check lead placement and verify readouts; ensure equipment is clean and functional.

Skills

EKG/arrhythmia training

Kaiser arrhythmia assessment

Hearing ability

Monitor observer experience

Communication skills

Team player

Education

School diploma or GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente's OC Irvine Medical Center is seeking an on-site, on-call Night ECG monitor observer to support the Mixed MedSurg/Tele Unit 2 in Irvine. You will observe arrhythmia, run and post rhythm stripes, and communicate changes to the nursing staff.

The role requires a School diploma or GED, formal EKG/arrhythmia training, and the ability to work as a team in a busy on-site environment during night shifts. This position is on-call with variable days.