Telemetry Tech: Acute EKG Monitoring & Care

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco seeks a Telemetry Technician to monitor patient rhythms, interpret EKGs and document findings in the medical record while collaborating with the healthcare team.

You will operate central monitors, manage alarms, perform clerical duties, and support the telemetry and patient care workflow in a dynamic hospital environment. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and flexibility to rotate across UCSF locations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an EKG interpretation course.
• Minimum 6 months of inpatient telemetry monitoring experience.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Well organized and detail oriented with ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Demonstrated skill in EKG interpretation.
• Basic computer keyboard skills and general PC knowledge.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Responsibilities

• Assures auditory contact with central monitors and remains within view of monitor screens.
• Sets and maintains alarms on all channels per physician orders.
• Monitors alarms and notifies RN of ectopy or life-threatening changes.
• Runs and analyzes rhythm strips and enters interpretations into the medical record.
• Documents patient rhythm changes and end-of-shift summaries.
• Completes admissions/discharges/transfers in IDX and files telemetry sheets.
• Performs and documents equipment checks and maintains supplies.
• Transcribes orders accurately and coordinates with RN/MD when unclear.
• Prepares and delivers shift reports regarding patient status.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Verbal & written communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EKG interpretation course

Job description

UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco seeks a Telemetry Technician to monitor patient rhythms, interpret EKGs and document findings in the medical record while collaborating with the healthcare team.

You will operate central monitors, manage alarms, perform clerical duties, and support the telemetry and patient care workflow in a dynamic hospital environment. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and flexibility to rotate across UCSF locations.