Cardiac Monitoring Center - Experienced Cardiac Monitoring Tech II - South San Francisco (2024)

Onsite Location(s):

San Francisco, United States

Additional Location(s): N/A

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About this role:

The Cardiac Monitoring Technician II is responsible for the interpretation and reporting of EKG data received for patients wearing Company monitoring devices to assist physicians in diagnosing the patient.

Up to $5,000 in Bonuses

$3,000 Sign on Bonus

$2,000 Bonus for CRATand/or CCT certifications

If you don't have your CCT certification, you will get an opportunity to once hired to receive it as well as a bonus up to $2,000.

Event Hours:

  • Day shift: 6:00am-4:30pm
  • Mid shift: 1:00pm-11:30pm (+5% shift differential)
  • Night shift: 10:00pm - 6:30am (+10% shift differential)

Holter Hours:

  • Day shift: 6:00am-4:30pm
  • Flex option: 8:00am-6:30pm
  • Flex option: 10:00am-8:30pm

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Process, analyze, interpret and edit EKG data
  • Collect recordings and patient symptoms as needed
  • Facilitate activation of EMS, if indicated
  • Accurately document actions taken within patient records
  • Facilitate orders for monitors and supplies
  • Obtain patient transmissions and related symptoms
  • Recognize abnormal cardiac rhythms/symptoms, and clearly communicate information to appropriate team member
  • Ensure customer enrollment is entered correctly
  • Address questions and educate patients, practices, and sales staff
  • Fax serious and critical reports to practices and hospitals as requested
  • Retain information that is job specific such as safety regulations and current policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2years of experience with a high school diploma
  • CCT or CRAT certified

Preferred qualifications:

  • High School Diploma
  • Formal EKG education, whether a certificate from a school or third party certification
    • CET (Certified EKG Technician) – offered at some colleges and community colleges
    • CCT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician)
    • CRAT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician)
  • Working Experience in the Hospital or IDTF after receiving their CET or other certifications
    • Hospital experience could be working in telemetry where they are interpreting what they see on the monitors and strips, then sharing that information with the doctors


Additional Details:

The Cardiac Monitoring Technician position is an in-office role. We are located at 400 Oyster Point Blvd, South San Francisco, CA

  • You must be available to work one of the scheduled shifts.
  • We are not able to accommodate specific days or times off.
  • Training is 6 - 8 weeks long, during the day on weekdays.
  • You must be available to work the entire scheduled training period.

Benefits offered:

  • Eligible for yearly bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Holiday pay
  • Tuition reimbursem*nt
  • Paid vacation/sick pay
  • Career progression plan
  • and many other benefits

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The anticipated hourly base pay range for this full time position working at this location will be from $22.30 to $37.90/hour, plus variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements) and the value of core and optional employee benefits being offered at Boston Scientific (BSC), which can be reviewed at www.bscbenefitsconnect.com. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated pay range. BSC considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, and other relevant business or organizational needs. Actual compensation may be otherwise adjusted if the position is filled outside of the intended geographic location.

Requisition ID:583534

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific drug testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.


As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Boston Scientific maintains a drug-free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Cardiac Monitoring Center - Experienced Cardiac Monitoring Tech II - South San Francisco (2024)

FAQs

What is cardiac monitoring used for? ›

Cardiac monitoring is a way of watching the electrical activity of your heart to ensure it is working normally. Five small stickers, called electrodes, are placed on your body. These are connected either to a small box (a telemetry box) or a large screen on the wall (a wall monitor).

Who needs cardiac monitoring? ›

If you are experiencing symptoms, such as unexplained fainting (syncope) or heart palpitations and arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation (a-fib), or you have stroke symptoms or have had a stroke, your doctor may recommend heart monitoring to help manage your condition.

What are the complications of cardiac monitoring? ›

Possible risks associated with the implant of a Reveal XT insertable cardiac monitor include, but are not limited to, infection at the surgical site, device migration, erosion of the device through the skin, and/or sensitivity to the device material.

What is the role of the nurse in cardiac monitoring? ›

Nurse's Role

The nurse is the one who prepares the patient to get attached to electrodes connected to the monitor. She is responsible for making sure that the site is hair free and clean. The area may be washed or hair may be shaved. After which, she is responsible for placing the electrodes correctly to the patient.

Is a cardiac monitor the same as an EKG? ›

A heart monitor is a small device you wear or carry that records your heart rate and rhythm for your provider to review. Heart monitor devices can collect the same information as an electrocardiogram (EKG), but they're smaller than a deck of playing cards.

Can a heart monitor detect anxiety? ›

This can be done with a heart monitor. A heart monitor is a small device that records heart rhythm day and night or during active symptoms. Capturing heart rhythm over several days or weeks, a doctor can accurately determine which comes first, anxiety or abnormal beats.

How long does it take to do a cardiac monitoring? ›

A Holter monitor is typically worn for 1 to 2 days. During that time, the device records all of the heartbeats.

Can a heart monitor detect heart problems? ›

Heart monitors are often used to detect abnormalities such as arrhythmias, and the readings can be used as a diagnostic tool for addressing the root of a problem. Knowing that you have to wear a monitor might be a scary thought, but when you know what the monitor is used for, you can feel more at ease.

Why would a cardiologist make you wear a heart monitor? ›

Some reasons your healthcare provider may ask for a Holter monitor recording or event monitor recording include: To evaluate symptoms that may be heart-rhythm related. Symptoms can include e chest pain, tiredness, shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting. To identify irregular heartbeats or palpitations.

When to use a cardiac monitor? ›

To check the heartbeats in people with risk factors for arrhythmias. To monitor your heart after a heart attack or when starting or stopping a heart medicine. To check if a pacemaker or an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator is working properly.

What is the procedure of cardiac monitoring? ›

Specific areas of the chest are used for placement of electrodes to obtain a view of the electrical activity in a particular area of the heart. ECG monitors use a three-lead or five-lead wire system to provide different views of the heart's electrical activity.

What do the numbers mean on the heart monitor? ›

The number you see is the actual heart rate of the patient. Normal resting heart rates range from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Blood Pressure. Patient monitoring is also necessary for tracking blood pressure. This reading refers to the pressure of the blood as it is pumped through the arteries by the heart.

Why would a doctor suggest a heart monitor? ›

Some reasons your healthcare provider may ask for a Holter monitor recording or event monitor recording include: To evaluate symptoms that may be heart-rhythm related. Symptoms can include e chest pain, tiredness, shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting. To identify irregular heartbeats or palpitations.

What does a heart monitor check for? ›

A Holter monitor is a small, wearable device that records the heart's rhythm, usually for 1 to 2 days. It's used to spot irregular heartbeats, also called arrhythmias. A Holter monitor test may be done if a traditional electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) doesn't provide enough details about the heart's condition.

What is the purpose of monitoring your heart? ›

Keeping track of your heart rate can give you insight into your fitness level, heart health and emotional health, Dr. Sinha says. “Many people are walking around with a resting heart rate that is too high, due to factors such as too much caffeine, dehydration, inactivity and persistent stress.

What is the purpose of cardiac output monitoring? ›

Monitoring cardiac output is a common practice in anaesthesia and critical care. It is used as a marker of oxygen delivery to tissues and can identify patients at high risk of significant morbidity, mortality or both.

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