Cardiac Stress Technician, Cardiology (Dallas/Rockwall, TX)
Are you a skilled Cardiac Stress Technician with a passion for heart health? Join our dynamic and established cardiology practice, where cutting-edge technology meets compassionate patient care. We're seeking a dedicated professional to play a vital role in our team to help diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and innovative environment, we want to hear from you!
Essential Functions:
- Prepare patients for stress tests by explaining procedures, obtaining consent, and attaching electrodes and other monitoring equipment.
- Administer and monitor various types of stress tests, including stress echocardiograms, treadmill, nuclear, and pharmacologic stress tests, in accordance with established protocols such as Bruce protocol.
- Monitor patients’ vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, ECG, oxygen saturation) throughout the stress test and recognize any abnormalities or signs of distress.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to interpret test results and report findings to the supervising cardiologist.
- Ensure all testing equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and in good working condition.
- Provide patients with pre- and post-test instructions, including recovery procedures and safety guidelines.
- Perform PET CT procedures for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness.
- Performs Nuclear Medicine/Cardiology and PET CT procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of tests, procedures, and patient information in electronic medical records (EMR) system.
- Follow all safety and infection control protocols to ensure a clean and safe testing environment.
- Assist with patient care as needed, including providing emergency care in the event of a cardiac event during testing.
- Stay current with advancements in cardiac testing techniques and certifications through continuing education.
Education, Licenses and Certifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related healthcare field is preferred.
- Certified Cardiac Stress Technician (CST) preferred.
- Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) preferred.
- CPR / BLS certification.
- ACLS certification.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License, automobile liability insurance, and driving record acceptable to company.
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Cardiac Stress Technician, preferably in a non-hospital or outpatient setting.
- Self-motivated & directed with regard to an increasing level of understanding and knowledge.
- Ability to start IV's independently.
- Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
- Ability to comply with all HIPAA requirements.
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and external vendors.
- Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standards of care within practice area.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
- Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers.
- Must have the knowledge to make quick and highly technical decisions in order to accommodate physical restrictions and pathology.
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills are essential.
Computer Skills:
- Electronic Medical Record/Patient Scheduling systems.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan – Our company offers a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting on employer contributions. Employees can start contributing after 6 months of employment with both pre-tax and Roth 401(k) options available. The company provides a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and 50% match on the next 2%, fully vested from day one. Additional investment options, loan features, and rollover support are available. Annual contribution limits apply.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8am-3pm and Friday 8am-2pm. No weekends, holidays or after hours.
Learn more about the office and its culture by visiting www.texasc3.com.
99 Healthcare Management is a Dallas-based physician practice management company. We help healthcare providers focus on their core skills – delivering high-quality care to their patients - by providing oversight and support for all administrative functions. Our service areas include human resources, accounting, marketing and business development, provider credentialing, and revenue cycle management. The practices we manage range in size and specialty and include internal medicine, family medicine, pain management, cardiology, OBGYN, and more.