Monitor Technician

Pay or shift range: $25 USD to $27.05 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Valley Presbyterian Hospital

At Valley Presbyterian Hospital, our Monitor Technicians play a vital role in supporting patient safety and clinical care by continuously monitoring cardiac rhythms and communicating critical changes to the healthcare team. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Monitor Technician
to support patient monitoring, clerical operations, and departmental workflow in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Monitor cardiac rhythms for patients on telemetry and report abnormalities immediately to nursing staff
• Print and document rhythm strips per hospital policy and during emergencies
• Notify Rapid Response or Code Blue teams as appropriate based on patient cardiac rhythms
• Accurately admit, update, and discharge patients in the central monitoring system
• Observe telemetry monitors during patient transport as directed by the Registered Nurse
• Assist with clerical duties including Meditech data entry, filing, answering telephones, and call lights
• Maintain accurate documentation related to admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Support unit operations by maintaining supplies, forms, and manuals
• Assist with indirect patient care duties including transportation and discharge support

• Strong understanding of cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking abilities
  
  Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with healthcare systems preferred

• Prior patient care and/or monitor technician experience preferred
• Previous healthcare experience with EKG monitoring preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a Certified Cardiography Technician program preferred

• Completion of EKG training and healthcare-related monitoring experience
• Current BLS certification
• LA City Fire Card within 30 days of hire
• VPH Annual Competency completion within 30 days of hire/transfer
• EKG competency exam completion within 30 days of hire

• Mission-driven healthcare organization
• Critical role supporting patient safety and cardiac monitoring
• Collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment
• Opportunity to grow within telemetry and acute care services

Apply today to support exceptional patient care and cardiac monitoring at VPH.

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