Cardiac Tech - Device Clinic

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a Cardiac Technician to perform non-invasive cardiac tests under supervision. You will operate EKG and telemetry equipment, assist with patient care, and contribute to accurate diagnostic results.

Typical schedule is 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, with compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package. This role emphasizes patient-focused care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology; working knowledge of cardiac rhythms, testing equipment, computers and medical terminology.
• Must meet a minimum of one of the following criteria: Certified Cardiographic Technician, Associate's degree or higher in a health science field, or three years' experience as a cardiac technician; certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac tests and monitors heart functions using cardiology equipment.
• Places electrodes correctly for an electrocardiogram (EKG) or telemetry monitoring and operates equipment correctly.
• Checks, calibrates, and maintains cardiology equipment to ensure proper operation and accurate test results.
• Provides care and counseling for cardiac patients to ensure their comfort and safety during cardiac tests and treatments.
• Alerts nurses or physicians of critical values, abnormalities, or changes in patient responses.
• Obtains and records patient information and medical histories; interprets electrocardiogram (EKG) results and generates reports.
• In some departments, monitors multiple patients and communicates concerns to staff.

Skills

Cardiac testing

Telemetry monitoring

EKG interpretation

Education

Associate's degree or higher in a health science field

Certified Cardiographic Technician

Three years' experience as a cardiac technician

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $28.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Join Our Team and Grow The Good!

Hours: Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 5:00pm (8 Hour shifts)

Why you will love this role:

• Patient Focused Care
• Supportive work environment
• Employee Well-being Program
• Wage based on experience
• Career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

Summary

The Cardiac Technician conducts a wide range of non-invasive cardiac tests, under direct supervision, for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Job Description

Performs cardiac tests and monitors patient heart functions using diverse cardiology equipment. As needed per department, employees place electrodes correctly for an electrocardiogram (EKG) machine or telemetry (holter) monitoring and operate machines correctly. Checks, calibrates, and maintains cardiology equipment to ensure proper operation and accurate test results. Provides care and counseling for cardiac patients to ensure their comfort and safety during cardiac tests and treatments. Alerts nurses or physicians of critical values, abnormalities, or changes in patient responses. Obtains and records patient information and medical histories; interprets electrocardiogram (EKG) results and generates factual written reports. In some departments, employees will monitor multiple patients at the same time while critically interpreting rhythms and communicating concerns effectively with staff. Safely disposes of controlled substances with an RN after a dose is administered to a patient.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology. Working knowledge of basic and intermediate life threatening cardiac rhythms, special equipment used in cardiac testing, computers, and medical terminology.
• Must meet a minimum of one of the following criteria dependent on facility or department requirements needs as it may vary by needs:
• Possess Certified Cardiographic Technician
• Associate's degree or higher in a health science field
• Three years' experience as a cardiac technician
• Obtain Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT), Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring certification (CRAT) or National Telemetry Certification (National Telemetry Association) within one year into position. The department will determine which certification is appropriate per the department workflows.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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