Cardiac Stress Tech

msaphy; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

No nights weekends

40 hours/week

Outpatient setting

Team culture

Job summary

msaphy is seeking a Cardiac Stress Technician to support the cardiology team in Virginia Beach. Under supervision of the site physician and RN, you will prepare patients, perform exercise and pharmacologic stress tests, monitor safety, and document results in the EMR.

This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, strong ECG skills, BLS certification, and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment with physicians and nurses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or related field or completion of an accredited Cardiac Technician program.
• Strong knowledge of 12-lead ECG acquisition and interpretation.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Strong commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform exercise and pharmacologic cardiac stress testing (nuclear and non-nuclear) under supervision of the onsite physician and registered nurse.
• Prepare patients for cardiac stress testing, including obtaining and documenting vital signs.
• Perform and monitor 12-lead ECGs before, during, and after stress testing.
• Review patient medical records, including current medications, past medical history, social history, and review of systems.
• Apply ambulatory heart monitors and provide patients with clear instructions regarding their use.
• Accurately document patient information and testing results in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Educate patients on testing procedures and answer questions to help ensure a positive patient experience.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support efficient workflow within the cardiology team.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and assist with Basic Life Support (BLS) when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ECG interpretation

EMR proficiency

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Organizational skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology/Exercise Science or Cardiac Technician program

Job description

Cardiac Stress Technician

Position Summary

The Cardiac Stress Technician works under the supervision of the site physician and registered nurse to perform a variety of clinical and administrative duties related to cardiac stress testing. This role is responsible for preparing patients, conducting exercise and pharmacologic stress tests, monitoring patient safety throughout testing, and providing high-quality patient care. The technician also assists with Basic Life Support (BLS) measures when directed by the supervising provider.

Responsibilities

• Perform exercise and pharmacologic cardiac stress testing (nuclear and non-nuclear) under the supervision of the onsite physician and registered nurse.
• Prepare patients for cardiac stress testing, including obtaining and documenting vital signs.
• Perform and monitor 12-lead ECGs before, during, and after stress testing.
• Review patient medical records, including current medications, past medical history, social history, and review of systems.
• Apply ambulatory heart monitors and provide patients with clear instructions regarding their use.
• Accurately document patient information and testing results in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Educate patients on testing procedures and answer questions to help ensure a positive patient experience.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support efficient workflow within the cardiology team.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and assist with Basic Life Support (BLS) when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or a related field or successful completion of an accredited Cardiac Technician program.
• Strong knowledge of 12-lead ECG acquisition and interpretation.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Strong commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Previous clinical experience, preferably in cardiology or cardiovascular diagnostics.
• Experience using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Full-time benefits package

• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule (40 hours/week)
• Outpatient environment with hands-on cardiac care
• Team-oriented culture with opportunities to expand your skills
• A role that blends direct patient care with meaningful clinical collaboration
• Competitive pay: $25–$30/hour.Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, schedule and job duties