Telemetry & Video Monitoring Specialist

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Telemetry/Video Monitor Breaker Technician to oversee remote cardiac monitoring and continuous patient observation. You will interpret rhythms, document findings, and promptly report variances to clinicians while actively monitoring to prevent falls and harm.

The role includes troubleshooting telemetry systems, batteries, and cameras, supporting transitions to VMT, and ensuring confidentiality and compliance with hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Completed telemetry technician course and/or ECG training.
• BART or BLS at time of hire; commitment to obtain within 6 months.
• Recent experience in telemetry monitoring.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform remote cardiac monitoring and video observation to ensure patient safety.
• Interpret rhythms, document findings, and communicate variances to clinical staff.
• Prevent falls or patient harm via active video monitoring and escalation of safety concerns.
• Troubleshoot telemetry leads, pulse oximetry, and monitoring equipment; replace batteries and reposition cameras.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Communication skills

ECG/telemetry training

BART or BLS

Tools

Epic

Job description

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Telemetry/Video Monitor Breaker Technician to oversee remote cardiac monitoring and continuous patient observation. You will interpret rhythms, document findings, and promptly report variances to clinicians while actively monitoring to prevent falls and harm.

The role includes troubleshooting telemetry systems, batteries, and cameras, supporting transitions to VMT, and ensuring confidentiality and compliance with hospital policies.