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How much do telemetry tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for telemetry tech in California is $22.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $24.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a telemetry tech?

Telemetry Techs, also known as telemetry technicians or monitoring technicians, are healthcare professionals responsible for monitoring patients’ heart rhythms using specialized equipment. They observe data from electrocardiogram (EKG) monitors and alert nurses or doctors if they detect abnormal heart patterns. Telemetry Techs play a crucial role in hospitals, especially in cardiac units, by ensuring timely interventions in case of cardiac irregularities. Their duties also include setting up monitoring equipment, documenting readings, and maintaining patient records to support the medical team.

What is the difference between Telemetry Tech vs ECG Technician?

AspectTelemetry TechECG Technician
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), sometimes advanced certificationsECG/EKG certification, CPR, BLS
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, monitoring centersCardiology labs, hospitals, outpatient clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesMonitoring patient heart rhythms remotely, operating telemetry equipmentPerforming electrocardiograms, preparing patients, analyzing ECG results
Industry UsageCommon in hospitals and cardiac unitsPrimarily in cardiology departments and outpatient settings

Telemetry Techs and ECG Technicians both work in cardiac care, but Telemetry Techs focus on remote monitoring of patient heart rhythms, while ECG Technicians perform and analyze electrocardiograms directly on patients. Certifications overlap, but their roles differ in work environment and responsibilities.

What does a telemetry tech do?

As a Telemetry Tech, your daily responsibilities revolve around continuously monitoring patients' cardiac rhythms using specialized equipment, promptly identifying and reporting any arrhythmias or irregularities to nursing staff or physicians. You'll often work in a centralized monitoring station, collaborating closely with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety. Documentation of readings, maintaining equipment, and sometimes assisting with electrode placement are also part of the routine. Effective communication and attention to detail are essential for managing multiple patients simultaneously and responding swiftly to changes in heart rhythms.

Is being a telemetry technician worth it?

Telemetry technicians operate and maintain cardiac monitoring equipment in healthcare settings, requiring technical skills and attention to detail. The role offers steady employment with a median salary around $45,000 to $55,000 annually and typically requires certification or training in medical technology. Job satisfaction depends on interest in healthcare and technology, with opportunities for advancement and specialization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a telemetry tech?

To thrive as a Telemetry Tech, you need a solid understanding of cardiac rhythms, ECG interpretation, and basic patient monitoring, typically supported by a high school diploma and a telemetry technician or cardiac monitor technician certification. Familiarity with telemetry monitoring systems, ECG machines, and hospital information software is crucial. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate patient monitoring, timely response to cardiac events, and seamless collaboration with healthcare teams, directly impacting patient safety.

What are the most commonly searched types of Telemetry Tech jobs in California?

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Infographic showing various Telemetry Tech job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 10% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,753 per year, or $22 per hour.

Telemetry Tech - Central Telemetry - Sharp Grossmont - Nights - Part Time

Sharp HealthCare

La Mesa, CA • On-site

$25.55 - $31.86/hr

Other

Posted 13 days ago


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Job description

Facility: Grossmont Hospital

City La Mesa

Department

Job Status

Regular

Shift

Night

FTE

0.6

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Telemetry Certification - National Telemetry Association

Hours :

Shift Start Time:

7 PM

Shift End Time:

7:30 AM

AWS Hours Requirement:

12/36 - 12 Hour Shift

Additional Shift Information:

Weekend Requirements:

Every Other

On-Call Required:

No

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):

$25.550 - $31.860 - $35.680

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.

In alignment with the SEIU CBA, this position will be posted for 7 days internally from 7/23/2026 to 7/31/2026 and available only to existing members of the ratified SEIU Bargaining Unit with a contract expiration date of 9/30/2027.

What You Will Do

This position will be performing duties, set forth by the organization to support patient monitoring needs. This may include monitoring and interpreting patients' cardiac rhythms, monitoring continuous oxygen saturations and/or end tidal carbon dioxide monitoring and reporting life threatening arrhythmias, decreased levels of oxygen saturations or abnormal carbon dioxide levels to appropriate personnel.

Communicates with patients and staff to ensure needs are met or refers to appropriate resources. Facilitates patient data management through accurate documentation and communication. Supports best use of resources in management of equipment, supplies, and other department resources.

Required Qualifications

  • AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications

  • H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

  • 1 Year experience as a telemetry technician in an acute care setting.

  • Telemetry Certification - National Telemetry Association -PREFERRED

Essential Functions

  • Admissions, discharges and transfersExpedites patient flow through communication of patient data pertinent to the A/D/T process.Enters accurate disposition of patient requiring admission, transfer or discharge per unit time guidelines.Maintains Central Telemetry Log per unit guidelines.Assists team members in locating patient data information.Gathers and organize patient telemetry rhythm data for processing by medical records.

  • Arrhythmia InterpretationIdentifies and reports cardiac and respiratory monitoring assessment data fundamental to development and/or update of patient's plan of care.Interprets EKG per competency (EKG Rhythms I & II).Identification of changes and trends in cardiac rhythms per standards.Communicates changes and trends in cardiac rhythms, O2 saturation and/or EtCO2 abnormal values to other staff per standards.Maintains telemetry record per unit guidelines/competencies.Identifies arrhythmias necessary for the nurse to download into electronic documentation systems to maintain an accurate rhythm history in the electronic record.Places paper documentation into medical record upon discharge per unit standards.

  • Customer Service and TeamworkResponsive to customer needs through communication & coordination with members of the team.Greets and makes welcome a variety of customers by the telephone and in person utilizing AIDET communication model.Obtains information from visitors/callers, directs as appropriate or takes complete and accurate messages. Acts on requests for customer assistance.Uses scripts as appropriate including answering phones, transferring calls and service recovery.Answers calls within 4 rings ; transfer calls as indicated.Responds to all inquiries with timeliness that promotes customer satisfaction.Communicates and collaborates with interdisciplinary team regarding patient monitoring events including RNs, MDs and Providers.Assists in directing others during crisis interventions (codes, disasters, etc.).

  • Data entry and inquiryEnsures accurate data entry into the central monitoring system.Ensures patient is placed upon the monitor within 30 minutes of admission.If applicable, verifies DNR status and accurately follows guidelines of care for DNR documentation.Seeks clarification before completing data entry regarding resuscitation status.Dates, times, and signs to confirm data entry per unit standards.

  • Department efficiency and effectivenessMaximizes operational efficiency through ensuring best use of resources.Efficient in completing own work, organizing, prioritizing and delegating to support productive completion of work within unit time guidelines.Orders supplies, forms and equipment, maintains stock per guidelines.Manages unit equipment ensuring proper operation, obtaining supplies, troubleshooting and calling for maintenance as needed. (e.g. fax, copier, printer, phone systems, and other equipment supportive of completing clerical work).Logs, assigns, and tracks, telemetry boxes and other portable equipment as designated by the organization.

  • Central Monitoring Unit ManagementObtains accurate patient cardiac rhythm and respiratory values through set-up, troubleshooting, and operating cardiac monitoring system.Views and prints and analyzes ECG per unit guidelines.Sets alarms with parameters.Review alarm histories (scan events and print events).Assures pacemaker detection and capture.Determines best view/lead for arrhythmia detection.Prints trends of arrhythmias.Print arrhythmias for the health care personnel to download into electronic documentation systems.Measure rhythm strips with on screen calipers and print documents.

  • Unit SafetyConsistently utilizes proper body mechanics and available support equipment to ensure staff's safety and avoidance of personal injury.Enters work order to facilitate repair of equipment; reports urgent or unresolved equipment malfunction to the Biomed, Material Management, etc.Reports personal injury within two hours after incident happened and follows reporting procedures.Follows safety procedure required for equipment use.Reports observed hazards and unsafe practice.Complies with universal precautions and hospital infection control policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must demonstrate EKG competency.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class


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Sharp HealthCare is a leading healthcare organization based in San Diego, CA, in the US. Founded in 1955, it serves as a critical part of the California healthcare industry, providing a wide range of medical services. The company owns and operates several hospitals, medical groups, and health plans, offering comprehensive healthcare solutions to the residents of San Diego County. The organization's mission is to improve the health of those it serves with a commitment to excellence in all that it does. This commitment is driven by its core values, dubbed "The Sharp Experience," which emphasizes understanding, empathy, and respect towards every individual.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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