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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for telemetry monitor 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Telemetry Monitor Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Telemetry Monitor Technician, you need a solid understanding of cardiac rhythms, basic medical terminology, and usually a high school diploma with additional telemetry or EKG certification. Familiarity with telemetry monitoring systems, EKG machines, and hospital documentation software is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate monitoring, quick response to cardiac events, and reliable support for the healthcare team in critical care settings.

What are Telemetry Monitor Technicians?

Telemetry Monitor Technicians are healthcare professionals who specialize in monitoring patients' heart rhythms and other vital signs using special electronic equipment. They work primarily in hospitals, keeping a close watch on patients' telemetry monitors to quickly detect and alert medical staff to any changes or irregularities. These technicians play a crucial role in supporting patient care, particularly for those with cardiac conditions. They often work alongside nurses and physicians to ensure prompt response to potential medical emergencies.

What are the most common challenges faced by Telemetry Monitor Technicians, and how can they be managed effectively?

Telemetry Monitor Technicians often encounter challenges such as managing multiple patient monitors simultaneously, quickly recognizing abnormal heart rhythms, and communicating critical information to nursing staff under time pressure. Staying organized, maintaining strong attention to detail, and continuously updating knowledge of cardiac rhythms are essential strategies for success. Many technicians find that collaborating closely with nurses and participating in ongoing training programs helps them handle high-stress situations and ensures patient safety.
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Telemetry Monitor Technician

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Sentara Healthcare

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Sentara Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 393 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

494th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State
Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
Third (Nights)
Overview:
Sentara is currently hiring a Monitor Technician to work at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital on the Telemetry Monitor Surveillance team.
Hours/Shift:
Full-time, night shift. Approximately 7pm to 7am. On-site position at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital.
Department/Position Overview:
Our 12-bed cardiac unit provides specialized care for patients with complex cardiovascular needs in a close-knit, team-focused environment.
Observes, recognizes, interprets, evaluates, and documents EKG tracings on telemetry-monitored patients in order to detect deviations from patient's norm. Promptly notifies appropriate personnel of dysrhythmias. Operates and utilizes monitoring system to full capacity. Ensures proper and safe functioning of the telemetry equipment.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Certification/Licensure
  • Completion of a monitor technician surveillance program/course required upon hire.
  • Candidates who have not completed a monitor technician surveillance program must complete a certificate program within 90 days of hire. Or 1 year experience in monitor technician surveillance within the last 5 years will be accepted in substitute of a monitor tech surveillance program/course.
  • To be released from new employee orientation all Monitor Technicians must successfully complete the Sentara Basic Arrhythmia competency tool which includes passing a basic arrhythmia exam.

Experience
One year of EKG/Monitor Tech experience preferred.
Benefits
Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs
  • 401k/403B, 401a plans
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Work Perks

For more information about our employee benefits, CLICK HERE!
Keywords: Monitor Tech, EKG Tech, Arrythmia Tech, Telemetry, Talroo-Allied Health, Telemetry Monitor Technician , #LI-CP1
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region's only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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