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How much do telemetry monitor technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 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

Alameda Health System

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Alameda Health System rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Summary: Monitors heart rhythm patterns of patients to detect, record and report normal and abnormal heart rhythm patterns, normal and abnormal ECG interval measurements and proper and improper pacemaker or implantable defibrillator function utilizing telemetry equipment. This position has the authority to determine when heart rhythm patterns are normal, abnormal and/or life threatening and notifies nursing and medical staff appropriately. Performs related duties as required.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification, however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification. 


1.  Assembles and maintains patient telemetry charts from admission through discharge.
2.  Demonstrates correct placement of telemetry leads on patients to ensure accurate heart rhythm analysis; follow the Monitoring guideline.
3.  Documents time of monitors for tests, procedures and showers; facilitates the process of obtaining physicians orders for telemetry.
4.  Measures and interprets patient’s heart rhythm pattern and post information on the record book.
5.  Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients in SDU to detect abnormal pattern variances, using the Draeger system.
6.  Observes screen of cardiac monitors and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.
7.  Observes the cardiac monitor and notifies the nursing and medical staff of any abnormal heart rhythm variances which indicate heart ischemia or an acute myocardial infarction.
8.  Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm, current pattern, and prior variances.
9.  Reviews patients’ cardiac medication profiles. Notifies the nursing and medical staff of heart rhythm pattern variances or ECG interval variances that represent adverse reactions or toxic effects of medications.
10. Reviews the heart rhythm patterns and analyzes the function of pacemakers or implantable cardiac defibrillator. Notifies nursing of improper function.
11. Uses calipers to measure rate and ECG intervals of patients’ heart rhythm patterns on graphic tape readout, analyzes the heart rhythm and records the information on patients’ telemetry charts.
12. Verifies official physician telemetry order for each patient; responds to patient call lights and notifies nursing and/or medical staff; notifies nursing staff when leads are off. 
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Experience: Three months of previous recent Telemetry experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications: EKG/ECG Certification: to obtain certification requires completion of a
program in anatomy and physiology of heart, heart rhythm pattern identification, measuring ECG intervals and arrhythmia analysis. Recertification in arrhythmia is an annual requirement.
Required Licenses/Certifications: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card or obtain one within one
month of hire.

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