What is a Cardiac Monitor Technician
Monitors cardiac telemetry, recognizes arrhythmias, and notifies clinical staff of critical rhythm changes to support inpatient cardiac care.
Cardiac Monitor Technician Core Duties
Monitor Continuous Telemetry And Alarms | Recognize And Escalate Arrhythmias | Document Rhythm Strips And Events | Maintain Telemetry Equipment And Electrode Placement | Communicate With Nursing And Cardiology Teams.
Cardiac Monitor Technician Education Requirements
Certificate Or On The Job Training With ECG/Telemetry Competency
Cardiac Monitor Technician License and Accreditation Agency
Employer Credential
Cardiac Monitor Technician Program Length
1 to 6 Months
Cardiac Monitor Technician Salary Min and Max
$32000 to $48000
Cardiac Monitor Technician Work Settings
Hospitals | Telemetry Units | Cardiac Stepdown Units
Cardiac Monitor Technician Key Skills
Telemetry Monitoring | Arrhythmia Recognition | ECG Strip Documentation | Alarm Management
Look for These Programs
Hospital Telemetry Technician Programs | Community College ECG Certificates