Telemetry Monitor Technician - Per Diem 12-Hour Days

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Monitor Technician for the Float Pool on a per diem 12-hour day shift. The role supports unit secretaries by performing clerical, clinical, and communication tasks on the nursing unit.

Responsibilities include accurate transcription of orders, maintaining patient records, and monitoring EKG rhythms while notifying RNs of any changes. A high school diploma plus specialized training in medical terminology and basic EKG is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Specialized/technical training in medical terminology and EKG.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills; proficient English.

Responsibilities

• Clerical tasks: manage computer systems, census logs, and forms; update admissions/discharges.
• Order transcription and timely entry of orders per policy; flag stat orders.
• Monitor patient rhythms (EKG) and relay changes to RN/Charge Nurse; maintain equipment and documentation.
• Medical records support: manage charts, assemble admission packets, file reports, and prepare HIM bucketing.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school or equivalent

Medical Terminology exam

Basic EKG course

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Monitor Technician for the Float Pool on a per diem 12-hour day shift. The role supports unit secretaries by performing clerical, clinical, and communication tasks on the nursing unit.

Responsibilities include accurate transcription of orders, maintaining patient records, and monitoring EKG rhythms while notifying RNs of any changes. A high school diploma plus specialized training in medical terminology and basic EKG is required.