Cardiology Technician - Arrythmia

Location: 100 Grand Street, New Britain, CT 10126

About the Role

The cardiology technician performs a variety of noninvasive and invasive cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures, including EKGs, event monitoring application, pacemaker interrogation, and—under physician direction—stress testing procedures. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, monitoring patient responses during diagnostic testing, rooming patients, and reviewing their medical history and medications. This role may also require occasional medical secretary duties, such as chart management, receptionist tasks, and clerical support to ensure department efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform EKGs, event monitoring application, and pacemaker interrogation.
• Conduct stress testing procedures under physician direction.
• Monitor patient vital signs and responses during diagnostic testing.
• Room patients and review their past medical history and medications.
• Provide medical secretary support as needed, including chart management, receptionist duties, and general clerical tasks.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences or certification in Cardiovascular Technology (preferred).
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program (preferred).
• One year of experience in diagnostic cardiology.
• Experience in cardiac stress testing and arrhythmia recognition.
• Pacemaker experience (highly preferred).
• Effective customer service, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish.
• Experience with the EMR system Epic.

Benefits

Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance, along with opportunities for career development and growth across multiple locations in Connecticut.