Cardiac Technician I-OP Cardiology

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Pittsburgh is seeking an entry-level Cardiac Technician I to support cardiovascular care. You will assist with preparation, monitoring, and documentation of diagnostic procedures including EKGs, stress tests, and telemetry in a supportive team environment.

This role offers hands-on clinical experience and exposure to a range of cardiac testing and equipment within a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; healthcare or cardiac-related training preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and rhythm interpretation or willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; patient care oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and accurately record electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other non-invasive cardiac tests.
• Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and clear instructions.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and promptly report abnormalities to clinical staff.
• Maintain and troubleshoot cardiac equipment to ensure proper function.
• Document patient data and test results in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to support patient care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork in fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma

Healthcare or cardiac-related training preferred

Cardiac-related training preferred

Tools

MUSE

TDS

EMR systems

Job description

Join our team as a Cardiac Technician I, where you will play an essential role in supporting high-quality cardiovascular care. In this entry-level position, you will assist with the preparation, monitoring, and documentation of cardiac diagnostic procedures, including EKGs, stress testing, and telemetry monitoring.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to begin a career in cardiovascular care while gaining hands-on clinical experience in a supportive, team-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and accurately record electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other non-invasive cardiac tests
• Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and clear instructions
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and promptly report abnormalities to clinical staff
• Maintain and troubleshoot cardiac equipment to ensure proper function
• Document patient data and test results in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to support patient care

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; healthcare or cardiac-related training preferred
• Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and rhythm interpretation (or willingness to learn)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Purpose

Implement and prepare for interpretation of cardiac testing that includes EKGs, Holter Monitoring Hook-ups and Stress Testing.

Responsibilities

• Edit EKGs, after physician review, by deleting, inserting or making additions of established phrases in the ECG Computerized System (MUSE).
• Utilize all computer systems (MUSE, TDS, etc) for testing data, result reporting and mailing, billing, etc.
• Perform cardiac testing that include EKGs, rhythm strips, Signal Average ECGs, Stress testing, Holter Monitoring hook-ups, according to protocol and in a timely fashion.
• Maintain equipment by cleaning and stocking on a daily basis as well as alerting appropriate personnel of needed repairs and supplies needed. Also maintain the department area to meet Safety & Security regulations (JCAHO & OSHA).

High school diploma or equivalent required. 6 months experience in a medical related field is preferred. Ability to work flexible hours to meet the department's needs that include evenings, weekends, holidays and weekend/holiday On-Call required. Basic typing and computer skills are also required. Transcription skills are preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

Completion of a Medical Assistant or Cardiac Technician course preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran