Cardiac Diagnostics Technician I

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a Cardiovascular Technician to support pediatric cardiac testing across Heart Center locations. The role includes gathering histories, taking vitals, and performing cardiac tests such as EKG, Holter, loop monitors, CPET, tilt table, and stress tests.

Strong patient interaction and teamwork are essential. The CVT will prepare, scan, and maintain monitoring kits, educate patients and families, and assist with inpatient testing.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 5 years health care experience in a healthcare setting with cardiac exposure is preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• EKG technician certification is preferred and required after 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document vital signs, histories, and ordered cardiac tests (e.g., EKG, Holter, loop/event monitors, CPET, tilt table, stress tests).
• Prepare, scan, and maintain holter/event monitor kits and databases.
• Clean and restock EKG and exam rooms between patients and at end of day.
• Educate patients and families on testing procedures and follow cardiologist orders for testing.
• Perform EKGs and other testing for inpatient units as needed.
• Operate and troubleshoot cardiac testing equipment; escalate issues to Biomedical Services when necessary.
• Generate and submit test reports and usable data for physician interpretation.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to safety protocols and infection control standards.
• Provide administrative support, assist with quality improvement efforts, and participate in inventory tracking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

EKG testing

Holter monitoring

Loop monitors

CPET

Patient education

Infection control

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Teamwork

Equipment maintenance

Education

Associate's degree in healthcare or related field

Tools

ECG equipment

Holter monitor systems

EPIC EMR

Job description

Akron Children's is seeking a Cardiovascular Technician to support pediatric cardiac testing across Heart Center locations. The role includes gathering histories, taking vitals, and performing cardiac tests such as EKG, Holter, loop monitors, CPET, tilt table, and stress tests.

Strong patient interaction and teamwork are essential. The CVT will prepare, scan, and maintain monitoring kits, educate patients and families, and assist with inpatient testing.