Telemetry/VMT Breaker Technician - 141921

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA seeks a Telemetry/Video Monitor Breaker Technician to perform remote cardiac monitoring and continuous patient observation. Responsible for rhythm interpretation, documentation, and timely communication of variances to clinical staff.

The role includes active video monitoring to prevent falls, self-harm, or equipment removal, with proper safety escalation and support to staff during shifts. Troubleshooting telemetry equipment is also required.

Qualifications

• Telemetry technician course or ECG training completed.
• BART or BLS at hire, with commitment to obtain within six months.
• Recent experience in telemetry monitoring.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Remote cardiac monitoring and continuous patient observation to ensure safety.
• Interpret rhythm, document findings, and promptly communicate variances to clinical staff.
• Active video monitoring to prevent falls, self-harm, or equipment removal with escalation as needed.
• Troubleshoot telemetry leads, pulse oximetry, and monitoring equipment; replace batteries and reposition cameras.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Telemetry technician course / ECG training

Tools

Epic

Job description

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).