Location: Phoenix, AZ

Start Date: 03-03-2026

End Date: 06-02-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts: Day 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM and Night 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM. No set schedules; includes weekends and holidays as needed. Weekend requirement: must work 4 weekend shifts per schedule (Night weekend = Friday & Saturday; Day weekend = Saturday & Sunday). Night hires must be available for 2-3 days of day-shift orientation.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $34 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform remote surveillance of cardio-pulmonary rhythms from a centralized monitoring station to keep patients safe
• Recognize, record and report potentially dangerous rhythm changes and arrhythmias according to established protocols
• Communicate clearly and promptly with local RN staff, following proper escalation channels in routine and emergency situations
• Operate and monitor GE and Ascom monitoring equipment and ensure reliable connectivity
• Accurately document events in Cerner and other charting systems as required
• Support department metrics and continuous improvement efforts to enhance patient outcomes
• Participate in unit-specific orientation and the GE team go-live to ensure a seamless transition
• Cross-train into related roles (Virtual Patient Companion, Clinical Connection Specialist) when opportunities arise

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited program that includes EKG interpretation
• Minimum 2 years of recent related work experience required; 3 years preferred
• BLS certification required
• Must pass the Advanced Dysrhythmia exam prior to accepting the assignment (lethal rhythms are pass/fail; single attempt)
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, weekends and holidays as needed
• Available for 2-3 days of day-shift orientation if hired to night shift
• Cannot hold another job while on assignment; strict no-cell-phone policy (hospital issues work phone)
• Ability to follow established protocols, communicate effectively, and work under RN direction

Education

• Graduation from an accredited program that includes EKG interpretation (required)
• BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry and centralized/remote monitoring expertise
• Strong EKG interpretation and cardiac rhythm/arrhythmia recognition
• Familiarity with GE monitoring systems and Ascom communication tools
• Experience with Cerner or similar electronic charting systems
• Clinical communication, escalation, and adherence to protocols
• Comfort managing high patient loads virtually (up to ~45-60 patients per tech)
• Detail-oriented documentation and situational awareness in acute care settings

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Paid time off to recharge and show up your best
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunity to cross-train into Virtual Patient Companion or Clinical Connection Specialist roles
• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values your judgment and growth
• Flexible scheduling options to help balance life and work
• Onboarding support including mandatory in-person GE team session for go-live

Travel Perks: Explore Phoenix, AZ

Explore Phoenix’s outdoor playground: hike Camelback Mountain or South Mountain for stunning city views, wander the Desert Botanical Garden to see unique Sonoran landscapes, and visit the Heard Museum or Phoenix Art Museum for culture and local art. Enjoy nearby Old Town Scottsdale for dining, shopping and nightlife, or take a weekend trip to Sedona’s red rocks (~2 hours) or the Grand Canyon (~3.5–4 hours) for unforgettable scenery.

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