Lead Cardiac Technician

Good Samaritan Society; Sioux Falls, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Lead Cardiac Technician to conduct non-invasive cardiac tests under supervision and to oversee the EKG/Holter monitoring systems and device workflow processes.

You will assist in coordinating EKG services, precept new staff, and participate in cardiac meetings to ensure accurate test results and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a cardiac technician 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cardiac testing team and serve as the expert resource for questions.
• Oversee EKG/Holter monitoring systems and device workflows.
• Coordinate expansion of EKG services and supervise staff education.

Skills

Cardiac testing

EKG/Holter monitoring

Device workflows

Medical terminology

Cardiac anatomy & physiology

Education

Associate’s degree in health science

Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT)

Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring (CRAT)

National Telemetry Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Tools

Cardiac testing equipment

ECG equipment

Device monitoring software

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Heart Hospital
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1301 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $19.50 - $30.50

Job Summary

The lead cardiac technician serves as the team point of contact and expert resource for questions throughout the day. Conducts a wide range of non-invasive cardiac tests, under direct supervision, for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Oversees the device department scheduling and employee evaluation input due to being a direct resource for electrocardiogram (EKG) employees. Responsible for the support of EKG/Holter Monitor systems and assists in coordinating the expansion of EKG services and plays a key role in overseeing device monitoring software workflows. Maintains communication with management. Handles assisting with ordering of supplies for EKG/Holter monitors. Assists in attending cardiac meetings related to EKG testing, keeps current on all device workflow processes and educates staff. Precepts new device staff into the department. 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 device monitor process. Alerts nurses or physicians of critical values, abnormalities or changes in patient EKG. Obtains and records patient information and medical histories; interprets EKG results and generates factual written reports.

Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent is required.

Minimum of three years’ experience as a cardiac technician 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 one of the following criteria dependent on facility needs as it may vary by needs:

1. Possess Certified Cardiographic

2. Associate’s degree in a health science field

3. Three years’ experience as a cardiac technician

4. Obtains Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) certification, 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.

5. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0275909
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No