Cardiology Technician (.6 FTE/Days)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Health Crown Point is seeking a Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician to support compassionate, high-quality cardiac care. The role involves operating EKG equipment, assisting with stress testing, and monitoring rhythm data under supervision.

You will educate patients, log data, and ensure smooth testing workflows in a fast-paced clinical environment. Prior certification and a patient-focused attitude are valued.

Qualifications

• Must have customer service orientation and strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with common diagnostic procedures and monitoring.
• Ability to follow directions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead EKG testing and ensure safe operation of EKG equipment.
• Support administration of cardiac stress testing (exercise/pharmacological).
• Apply rhythm monitoring equipment and Holter/event monitors.
• Review test data and report critical results to providers.
• Educate patients and families about EKG exams before testing.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Data reporting

Diagnostic procedures

Education

Associate degree preferred

Certificate preferred

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

CVT/CCT credentials considered

Job description

Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 S Francis Dr Crown Point, Indiana 46307

WHAT WE NEED

High tech, hands on patient care

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Compassionate, high quality cardiac care relies on technicians to accurately administer it. Under the supervision of licensed personnel, our Non-Invasive Cardiology Techs provide physical treatment alongside respectful care.

Do you enjoy working with people? Do you pride yourself on providing pleasant service to others? Can you accurately follow orders? We’d love to talk to you about this open position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Make appropriate accommodation to lead EKG tests such as perform right sided EKG for suspected right ventricular infarct.


• Oversee the use of EKG equipment ensuring safe operation.


• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and report non-functioning equipment as appropriate.


• Assist with the administration of cardiac stress testing for exercise and pharmacological stress testing.


• Apply cardiac rhythm monitoring equipment,


• Holter monitor/event monitors and ambulatory mobile telemetry monitors.


• Educate patient and family on the function and process of EKG exams prior to the test.


• Log and review test data, identify and report critical results to providers, noting specific images and placing on test results for physician review.


• Perform quality improvement activities for the department.


• Provide patient guidance using comforting language and effective phrasing to help patients to remain calm and relaxed during the process.


• Prepare images and data in a preliminary report in designated reporting system such as cardiology PACS or EMR system prior to physician reading the study.

WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED

• Knowledge of professional regulation and facility/program accreditation requirements.


• Customer service skills.


• Manipulate data and develop reports.


• Knowledge of common diagnostic procedures.


• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate’s Degree


• Preferred Certificate


• Required High School Diploma/GED


• 1 year Non-invasive Cardiology Tech Preferred


• Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) - .


• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - .


• Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) - .

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Never or Rarely

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.