Cardiology Tech Full Time Days

Northwesternmedicine; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Palos Heights, IL is seeking a Cardiology Tech who supports the cardiology team by preparing patients for ECG testing, assisting physicians, and ensuring safe, accurate procedures.

The role emphasizes patient education, equipment maintenance, collaboration with nursing staff, and adherence to safety policies. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with ECG training and a patient-focused, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with six months ECG experience or certification in cardiology.
• Experience performing ECG procedures is preferred.
• Commitment to patient care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for ECG testing.
• Identifies abnormal test results and alerts physicians of critical values.
• Obtains consent and monitors patient during the procedure.
• Maintains equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Projects a customer-friendly image when dealing with internal and external parties.
• Performs other duties related to the position.

Skills

ECG testing

Patient preparation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with ECG certification

Job description

The Cardiology Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Under general supervision performs various cardiology technical procedures.

The individual should prepare for the appraisal interview by completing a brief summary of specific accomplishments during the past year, problem areas that need attention, personal/professional growth plans and work goals for the coming year.

The evaluator should complete this appraisal by specific documentation of how well the individual accomplished/handled the major functions of his/her position. The appraisal conference should be used to identify strengths and weaknesses, set goals and priorities that are in keeping with overall hospital goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. ASSESSMENT/PROBLEM IDENTIFCATION

• 1.Prepares patients for ECG testing
• 2. Identifies abnormal test results and alerts appropriate physicians of critical values according to policy,
• 3. Demonstrates knowledge of holter monitor application. Provides patient/family orientation.

II. IMPLEMENTATION/INTERVENTIONS

• Responsible for:
• 1. Obtaining consent form, instruction, preparing and monitoring patient during procedure.
• 2. Works with physicians, nursing and other Cardiology department personnel to maintain a constant flow of patient stress procedures.
• 3. Assists in preparing monthly statistical report as to activity of procedures.

III. EDUCATION

Maintains age-appropriate technical and assessment skills.

IV. SAFETY

• 1. Cleans and maintains equipment as scheduled.
• 2. Reports all equipment malfunctions to management to facilitate repair by the Clinical Engineering department or appropriate outside vendor.
• 3. Responsible for phone details as assigned.
• 4. Attends mandatory safety and educational in-services.
• 5. Follow hospital policies for safety. Comply with specific department responsibilities during fire drills or alarms.

V. COMMUNICATION

• 1. Projects a customer-friendly image when dealing with all internal and external parties.
• 2. Contributes to the positive work climate and to the overall team effort of the department.

VI. ADMINISTRATION

• 1. Available to work scheduled days. Absent Periods Total Absent Days Tardy
• 2. Performs other inherent duties related but not limited to the above.

VII. COMPETENCY VALIDATION

• 1. Responsible for learning knowledge and skill to remain competent to perform the activities of the assigned position and demonstrates the skill at an acceptable level as evaluated in this performance appraisal.

Required:

High school graduate with six months previous ECG experience or certificate from a licensed Cardiology training course.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.