Monitor Technician
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationSan Diego, CA, US
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 31, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Perform arrhythmia or ECG monitor observations on assigned shift and communicate changes to nursing staff
Use an electrocardiograph to record variations in the action of the heart muscle for use in diagnosis of heart ailments in the in-patient setting
Prepare graphs and reports
Observe cardiac rhythm of patients on monitor
Run and post rhythm stripes at designated intervals
Interpret rhythms and validate computer readout
Check and verify lead placement on patients
Compare posted strip to previous strip and notify nursing staff of changes
Notify nursing staff of any change in cardiac rhythm
Place patient identification sticker on monitor
Recognize and respond to unusual or abnormal patient condition
Clean equipment after each patient use
Test equipment for proper working order
Maintain work area clean and orderly
Answers telephone and relays messages
Obtains all scheduled ECGs in the in-patient setting
Obtains STAT ECGs in the in-patient setting
Utilizes correct lead placement for the various cardiac monitoring devices/procedures
Prepares EKG
Prepares patient for and performs a variety of cardiac monitoring and testing procedures
Obtain, compile, prepare and maintain records for the nursing unit assigned
Able to perform computer data entry and retrieval
Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of needed repairs
Performs routine cleaning/maintenance of cardiac equipment as per department workflow and infection control policy
Assists providers with access to the various cardiac monitor reports
Performs other related duties as required
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, perform arrhythmia or ECG monitor observations on assigned shift and communicates changes to the nursing staff. The monitor technician shall also use an electrocardiograph to record variations in the action of the heart muscle for use in the diagnosis of heart ailments in an in the in-patient setting; prepares graphs and report.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
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Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organizations philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service.
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Greets patients in a pleasant and professional manner.
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Observe cardiac rhythm of patients on monitor.
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Run and post rhythm stripes at designated intervals.
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Interpret rhythms and validate computer readout.
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Check and verify lead placement on patients.
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Compare posted strip to previous strip and notify nursing staff of changes.
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Notify nursing staff of any change in cardiac rhythm.
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Place patient identification sticker on monitor.
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Recognize and respond to unusual or abnormal patient condition.
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Equipment and Instruments: Clean equipment after each patient use.
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Equipment includes cardiac (ECG) monitor, telemetry transmitter, central monitor bank, and Arrhythmia analysis/printer and 12 lead ECG machine.
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Test equipment for proper working order.
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Maintain work area clean and orderly.
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Answers telephone and relays messages.
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Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Explains and answers questions regarding equipment function and procedures.
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Obtains all scheduled ECGs in the in-patient setting
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Obtains STAT ECGs in the in-patient setting
•
Utilizes correct lead placement for the various cardiac monitoring devices/procedures.
•
Prepares EKG
•
Prepares patient for and performs a variety of cardiac monitoring and testing procedures Obtain, compile, prepare and maintain records for the nursing unit assigned.
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Able to perform computer data entry and retrieval.
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Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of needed repairs. Initiates work tickets as per department workflow.
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Performs routine cleaning/maintenance of cardiac equipment as per department workflow and infection control policy.
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Assists providers with access to the various cardiac monitor reports.
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Performs other related duties as required