Cardiac Monitor (EKG) Technician - Central Monitoring Unit - West Valley

General Information

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Work Location: West Hills, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule 12hr Night shifts (including weekends and holidays) Posted Date 08/22/2025 Salary Range: $26.57 - 35.02 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration Indefinite Job # 26255

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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This position serves primarily as a Monitor Tech to remotely monitoring 5-lead electrocardiogram (EKG) activities on patients from off-site nursing units, under the supervision of charge nurse.

The EKG MT is responsible for continuous monitoring of EKG, pulse oximetry, respiratory rate (RR), and end-tidal CO2 at the Central Monitor Station. Must be able to recognize EKG components, interpret basic arrhythmias and discern ST-segment changes and QT prolongation. Identify actionable audio and visual alarms. Effectively articulate age-specific changes of EKG, RR, and pulse oximeter readings to RNs and/or physicians in a timely manner. Document and perform hand-off report census reconciliation, patient’s EKG activities, and equipment inventory. Maintain the Equipment Malfunction Log. Take proper chain of command to notify of malfunctioning equipment.

Salary: $26.57 - $35.02 Hourly

   

Job Qualifications

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We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with: 

Monitor Technician -

Minimum Requirements:

• Proficient in reading, writing, and communicating in English
• Basic computer literacy (Word, Excel)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a formal EKG/Telemetry training program
• Current national certification as a Monitor Technician or in EKG/Cardiac Monitoring (e.g., CCI Certified Cardiographic Technician or NHA Certified EKG Technician) preferred
• BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred
• Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy, rhythm interpretation, and alarm parameters
• Familiarity with hospital telemetry monitoring systems (e.g., GE, Philips, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain alert and focused for extended periods

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to accurately interpret and differentiate basic arrhythmias
• Effective verbal communication skills to relay critical information to the nursing staff
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and escalate concerns appropriately
• Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to work in a team-based environment

Training Requirements Upon Hire:

• Must complete a structured orientation and competency-based training program
• Must pass a rhythm interpretation exam during the orientation period