Telemetry Monitor Technician (Day Shift)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) employer match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Desert Regional Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Tech (Health Unit Coordinator II) to support the nursing unit with telemetry monitoring, basic clerical duties, and patient information management. You will operate CERNER, document rhythm strips, and assist the clinical team to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to interpret rhythms, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must complete EKG test within 30 days.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergencies.
• General clerical skills required.
• Effective oral and written communication with clients.
• Must write legibly.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and teamwork.
• Competency monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms on hire/transfer annually.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms on telemetric equipment and informs licensed caregivers of dysrhythmias.
• Maintains telemetry system integrity and reports malfunctions.
• Documents all EKG rhythm strips with patient data.
• Ensures alarms remain active with correct parameters.
• Maintains knowledge of basic arrhythmias.
• Performs clerical and other duties as requested.
• Assists in locating patient charts and answering questions for staff.
• Demonstrates patient-focused care and appropriate age-related understanding.
• Follows CERNER procedures for orders and documentation.
• Participates in unit quality improvement activities.

Skills

Clerical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CERNER System

Job description

Desert Regional Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Tech (Health Unit Coordinator II) to support the nursing unit with telemetry monitoring, basic clerical duties, and patient information management. You will operate CERNER, document rhythm strips, and assist the clinical team to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to interpret rhythms, and strong communication and organizational skills.