Monitor Technician/Health Unit Coordinator

Join a team that shares your calling 

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. 

FTE: 0.75, Shift: Days, Schedule: 12-HR Shifts; Alternating Weekends

Position Summary

The Monitor Technician/Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) is an excellent opportunity to play an essential role in providing high-quality patient care, monitoring, and mobility. If you are a skilled communicator and love being the focal communication source, this is the job for you.

As a Monitor Tech/HUC at MultiCare, you will hone your patient care and monitoring skills, nurture your communications development, and collaborate with the Clinical Director in support of care and delivery of patient services.

Responsibilities

• You will perform receptionist and communications duties on the patient care unit
• Observe telemetry monitoring and recognition of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Support care delivery and services to patients from diverse ethnic and social groups
• You will regularly utilize your independent decision-making capacities and strong interpersonal skills
• Collaborate with Clinical Director and charge nurse for optimal care delivery and patient services

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Completion of an approved Health Unit Coordinator vocational training course and basic arrhythmia course preferred
• One (1) year of patient care experience preferred
• One (1) year equivalent clerical experience in a medical setting preferred
• On the job Training Provided: Successful completion of rhythm identification training and EKG telemetry competency test (experienced techs may bypass the training by passing competency test)

About Tacoma General Hospital 

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence. 

 

About the Tacoma Community 

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play. 

 

Why MultiCare? 

 

Rooted in the local community 

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. 

 

Growth and education 

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. 

 

Well-being and support 

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. 

 

Living our values 

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. 

 

Belonging for all 

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. 

 

Pacific Northwest lifestyle 

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. 

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $25.15 - $41.57 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.