Cardiac Monitor Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Cardiac Monitor Technicians can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the role requires specialized healthcare knowledge and at least a bachelor's degree. Hospitals and healthcare systems sponsor these positions, though competition varies by location and employer size. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Current Employees:
If you are a current Monument Health employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage.
LOCATION
Primary Location
Rapid City, SD USA
DEPARTMENT
RCH Heart and Vascular Unit - Nursing
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
0
STARTING PAY RATE RANGE
$18.38 - $21.13
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
JOB SUMMARY
The CMT is responsible for continuous observation of patients that require cardiac monitoring during their hospital stay. The CMT works cooperatively with registered nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:
- Supportive work culture
- Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
- Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
- Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement
- Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
- Flexible scheduling
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Demonstrates knowledge of basic ECG interpretation and ability to identify life threatening dysrhythmias.
- Displays knowledge and skill in application, maintenance, and discontinuation of cardiac monitors.
- Performs routine alarm reviews, alarm customization, and review of appropriateness for cardiac monitoring according to established national guidelines and Monument Health policy.
- Communicates to primary RNs/CRNs when necessary to alert to significant dysrhythmias, low battery level, or leads are off.
- Contributes to the patient’s medical record through documentation of baseline rhythms, alarm review, and trends. Also documents communication with primary RNs.
- Removes equipment from patient care areas when in need of repair and collaborates with clinical engineering for replacement/repair.
- Applies telemetry to patients with verified order for cardiac monitoring. Explains to patient what the monitor does and how it communicates information to the nurse and the CMT. Removes telemetry from patients when orders expire or are discontinued.
- Tracks equipment to assure proper assignment to correct patient.
- All other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of ECG Experience; 1+ years healthcare experience such as Nurse Aide, EMT, Paramedic, Laboratory Assistant
Education - Some College (1-2 years) in Related Field
Certification - Clinical Electrocardiography (ECG) Certification - Accredited University or accredited training professionals
SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Physical Requirements:
Medium work - exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.
JOB CATEGORY
Clinical Care
JOB FAMILY
Clinical Support
SHIFT
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department
EMPLOYEE TYPE
PRN
Make a difference. Every day.
Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Current Employees:
If you are a current Monument Health employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage.
LOCATION
Primary Location
Rapid City, SD USA
DEPARTMENT
RCH Heart and Vascular Unit - Nursing
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
0
STARTING PAY RATE RANGE
$18.38 - $21.13
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
JOB SUMMARY
The CMT is responsible for continuous observation of patients that require cardiac monitoring during their hospital stay. The CMT works cooperatively with registered nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals.
Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:
- Supportive work culture
- Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
- Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
- Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
- Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement
- Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions
- Flexible scheduling
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Demonstrates knowledge of basic ECG interpretation and ability to identify life threatening dysrhythmias.
- Displays knowledge and skill in application, maintenance, and discontinuation of cardiac monitors.
- Performs routine alarm reviews, alarm customization, and review of appropriateness for cardiac monitoring according to established national guidelines and Monument Health policy.
- Communicates to primary RNs/CRNs when necessary to alert to significant dysrhythmias, low battery level, or leads are off.
- Contributes to the patient’s medical record through documentation of baseline rhythms, alarm review, and trends. Also documents communication with primary RNs.
- Removes equipment from patient care areas when in need of repair and collaborates with clinical engineering for replacement/repair.
- Applies telemetry to patients with verified order for cardiac monitoring. Explains to patient what the monitor does and how it communicates information to the nurse and the CMT. Removes telemetry from patients when orders expire or are discontinued.
- Tracks equipment to assure proper assignment to correct patient.
- All other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of ECG Experience; 1+ years healthcare experience such as Nurse Aide, EMT, Paramedic, Laboratory Assistant
Education - Some College (1-2 years) in Related Field
Certification - Clinical Electrocardiography (ECG) Certification - Accredited University or accredited training professionals
SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Physical Requirements:
Medium work - exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.
JOB CATEGORY
Clinical Care
JOB FAMILY
Clinical Support
SHIFT
Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department
EMPLOYEE TYPE
PRN
Make a difference. Every day.
Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Cardiac Monitor Technician
Target large healthcare systems
Major hospital networks like HCA Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente, and Cleveland Clinic have established H-1B sponsorship programs and regularly sponsor healthcare monitoring roles.
Emphasize your specialized training
Highlight certifications in cardiac rhythm interpretation, telemetry monitoring, and medical device operation. These technical skills strengthen the specialty occupation requirement for visa approval.
Focus on critical care units
ICU and cardiac care units often require more sophisticated monitoring expertise, making the H-1B specialty occupation case stronger than general telemetry positions.
Consider rural and underserved areas
Hospitals in rural areas or medically underserved regions may have less competition for cardiac monitoring roles and greater willingness to sponsor international candidates.
Network through healthcare associations
Join the American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management or International Association for Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management to connect with hiring managers who understand visa sponsorship.
Apply during budget planning cycles
Healthcare systems typically plan H-1B sponsorships during their fiscal year budgeting process, usually fall through early winter for the following year's cap season.
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Find Cardiac Monitor Technician JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need a bachelor's degree for H-1B sponsorship as a cardiac monitor technician?
Most cardiac monitor technician roles require only an associate degree or certification, making H-1B sponsorship difficult. However, positions requiring a bachelor's in healthcare administration, nursing, or related field can qualify. Some employers create hybrid roles combining monitoring with clinical coordination or quality assurance to meet the degree requirement.
How to find Cardiac Monitor Technician jobs with visa sponsorship?
Search for Cardiac Monitor Technician positions with visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international healthcare professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on hospitals, cardiac care centers, and medical facilities that commonly sponsor H-1B or EB-3 visas for specialized technician roles. These employers often need skilled cardiac monitoring professionals and are willing to support visa applications for qualified candidates.
Which healthcare employers commonly sponsor cardiac monitor technicians?
Large hospital systems like HCA Healthcare, Tenet Healthcare, and academic medical centers sponsor these roles most frequently. Critical access hospitals and specialty cardiac centers also sponsor when they need advanced monitoring expertise. Smaller community hospitals rarely have the resources or need for H-1B sponsorship in this field.
How can I strengthen my H-1B case for cardiac monitoring roles?
Focus on positions requiring specialized cardiac rhythm interpretation, advanced telemetry systems, or supervisory responsibilities. Emphasize certifications in ECG interpretation, cardiac life support, or medical device technology. Roles in cardiac catheterization labs or electrophysiology units often have stronger specialty occupation arguments than general telemetry monitoring.
What's the approval rate for cardiac monitor technician H-1B petitions?
USCIS doesn't publish role-specific approval rates, but healthcare monitoring positions face scrutiny over the specialty occupation requirement. Success rates improve significantly when the role requires a bachelor's degree and involves complex cardiac interpretation rather than basic vital sign monitoring. Academic medical centers typically have higher approval rates.
Can I get sponsored for cardiac monitoring on other visa types?
TN visa may work for Canadian or Mexican citizens if the role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field. O-1 is extremely rare unless you have extraordinary achievements in cardiac care technology. EB-3 skilled worker is possible but requires permanent labor certification, which few employers pursue for monitoring technician positions.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Cardiac Monitor Technician jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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