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Overnight Telemetry Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Telemetry Technician

Newark, NJ · On-site

$21.48 - $26.71/hr

Telemetry Technician Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Telemetry Services ... overnight patient safety while maintaining your daytime schedule. * You hold a High School Diploma ...

Telemetry Technician

Newark, NJ · On-site

$21.48 - $26.71/hr

Telemetry Technician Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Telemetry Services ... overnight patient safety while maintaining your daytime schedule. * You hold a High School Diploma ...

Telemetry Technician

Newark, NJ · On-site

$21.48 - $26.71/hr

Telemetry Technician Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Telemetry Services ... overnight patient safety while maintaining your daytime schedule. * You hold a High School Diploma ...

Telemetry Technician Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Telemetry Services ... overnight patient safety while maintaining your daytime schedule. * You hold a High School Diploma ...

Telemetry Technician

Newark, NJ · On-site

$21.48 - $26.71/hr

Telemetry Technician Req #: 0000259568 Category: EKG / EEG Technician Status: Full-Time Shift ... overnight patient safety while maintaining your daytime schedule. * You hold a High School Diploma ...

Centralized Telemetry Runner

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

Excellent overnight schedule and a great opportunity for experienced Monitor Technicians seeking a specialized telemetry role. Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center ...

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How much do overnight telemetry technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight telemetry technician in the United States is $22.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an overnight telemetry technician?

Overnight Telemetry Technicians are healthcare professionals who monitor patients' heart rhythms and vital signs during overnight shifts, typically in hospitals or specialized care units. They use telemetry equipment to observe cardiac activity and alert medical staff to any irregularities or emergencies. Their work is crucial for early detection of cardiac events, especially for patients who require continuous observation while most of the hospital staff is reduced overnight. These technicians must be skilled in reading EKGs, responding quickly to alarms, and maintaining accurate patient records. The overnight schedule allows for continuous patient monitoring and enhances patient safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight telemetry technician?

To thrive as an Overnight Telemetry Technician, you need a strong understanding of cardiac rhythms, EKG interpretation, and patient monitoring, typically supported by a high school diploma and completion of a telemetry or EKG certification program. Familiarity with telemetry monitoring systems, hospital communication tools, and electronic health records is essential. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills for success in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring continuous, accurate monitoring and prompt response to patient cardiac events during overnight shifts.

What are some unique challenges faced by an overnight telemetry technician, and how can they be managed?

Overnight Telemetry Technicians often contend with maintaining alertness during long, quiet shifts while monitoring patients' cardiac rhythms. Managing fatigue is key, so adopting healthy sleep habits, staying hydrated, and taking scheduled breaks can help. Additionally, effective communication with night shift nurses and physicians is essential for promptly addressing any abnormalities. Collaborating with colleagues during shift changes ensures seamless patient care and accurate handoffs.

What is the difference between Overnight Telemetry Technician vs Cardiac Monitor Technician?

AspectOvernight Telemetry TechnicianCardiac Monitor Technician
CertificationsCPR, ECG, and telemetry monitoring certificationsECG and cardiac monitoring certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, overnight shiftsHospitals, outpatient clinics, often overnight or rotating shifts
Industry UsageHealthcare, cardiology departments, diagnostic labsCardiology units, diagnostic centers, hospitals

Both roles involve monitoring patient heart activity, but Overnight Telemetry Technicians typically focus on continuous remote monitoring during overnight shifts, while Cardiac Monitor Technicians may work during various shifts and handle more direct patient interactions. They share similar certifications and work environments, making them closely related in the healthcare industry.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Telemetry Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,361 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Overnight Telemetry Technician

Research Medical Center

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Telemetry Technician today with Research Medical Center.

Schedule: 6:45pm-7:15am. 3 weekend shifts per 4 week schedule-- Fri/Sat/Sun

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Monitor Technician is responsible for the equipment set up and continuous cardiac observation of telemetry patients at a centralized station. Our Telemetry Technicians are passionate about ensuring an exceptional patient experience and committed to caring like family. Unlock your potential here! 


What you will do in this role:  


  • You will set up telemetry equipment for new admissions according to established procedures. 
  • You will interpret and document rhythm strips at regular intervals. 
  • You will report any cardiac arrhythmias or rhythm changes to the primary nurse. 
  • You will report changes in pulse oximetry data to the primary nurse. 
  • You will assist in maintaining telemetry supplies. 

What qualifications you will need: 


  • Applicant must successfully complete the monitor technician credentialing process within the first three weeks of employment. 
  • No experience required, but is preferred. 
  • Looking for candidates that have strong stability, attention to detail, adherence to policies and procedures, and a strong focus on safety with a sense of urgency. Need to be dependable and have the ability to work with less oversight.

Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Telemetry Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.