Telemetry/VMT Breaker Technician - 141921

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

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Patient Support Services Supervisors, the Telemetry/Video Monitor Breaker Technician is responsible for remote cardiac monitoring, continuous patient observation, and serving as a resource to provide relief, breaks, and clinical support to staff members on duty.

The position supports both cardiac monitoring and video patient observation to promote safety and quality care. Key responsibilities include rhythm interpretation, documentation, and timely communication of cardiac variances to clinical staff. The role also involves active video monitoring to prevent falls, self-harm, or equipment removal, with appropriate escalation of safety concerns. Additional support includes troubleshooting telemetry leads, pulse oximetry, and monitoring equipment, replacing batteries, repositioning cameras, and assisting with transitions to VMT. This position plays a critical role in ensuring continuous monitoring, supporting hospital-wide safety initiatives, and maintaining compliance with confidentiality and hospital policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a telemetry technician course/and or ECG training course.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Recent experience in telemetry monitoring.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with all levels of staff and patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1+) or more years of Telemetry Tech experience.
• Previous patient care experience.
• Recent acute care CNA experience is highly preferred.
• EMT certification and/or experience.
• Experience with Epic.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $57,274 - $75,565 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $27.43 - $36.19

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).