Cardiac Stress Technician – Elevate Cardiology Care

99 Healthcare Management; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Connected Cardiovascular Care Associates in Dallas is seeking an experienced Cardiac Stress Technician to join our growing cardiovascular practice. You will perform cardiac stress testing, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with cardiologists to ensure accurate diagnostic results and patient comfort.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering various stress tests (treadmill, echocardiograms, nuclear, pharmacologic), maintaining equipment, and documenting results in the EMR.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related healthcare field preferred
• Certified Cardiac Stress Technician (CST) or Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) preferred
• CPR/BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a Cardiac Stress Technician, preferably in an outpatient setting
• Proficient in IV starts, EKG monitoring, and cardiac stress testing protocols
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality, and quality standards of care
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Physical ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility
• Valid Texas driver’s license, automobile liability insurance, and acceptable driving record
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and patient scheduling systems

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for stress tests by explaining procedures, obtaining consent, and attaching electrodes and other monitoring equipment
• Administer and monitor various types of stress tests, including stress echocardiograms, treadmill, nuclear, and pharmacologic stress tests, in accordance with established protocols such as Bruce protocol
• Monitor patients’ vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, ECG, oxygen saturation) throughout the stress test and recognize any abnormalities or signs of distress
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to interpret test results and report findings to the supervising cardiologist
• Ensure all testing equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and in good working condition
• Provide patients with pre- and post-test instructions, including recovery procedures and safety guidelines
• Perform PET CT procedures for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness
• Perform Nuclear Medicine/Cardiology and PET CT procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of tests, procedures, and patient information in electronic medical records (EMR) system
• Follow all safety and infection control protocols to ensure a clean and safe testing environment
• Assist with patient care as needed, including providing emergency care in the event of a cardiac event during testing
• Stay current with advancements in cardiac testing techniques and certifications through continuing education

Job description

Connected Cardiovascular Care Associates in Dallas is seeking an experienced Cardiac Stress Technician to join our growing cardiovascular practice. You will perform cardiac stress testing, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with cardiologists to ensure accurate diagnostic results and patient comfort.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering various stress tests (treadmill, echocardiograms, nuclear, pharmacologic), maintaining equipment, and documenting results in the EMR.