Stress Technician

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-2 years experience
• Preferred: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• Basic Life Support
• Certified Cardiographic Tech

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for stress tests by explaining the procedure, answering questions, confirming readiness for testing, and ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Apply electrodes and other monitoring devices to measure heart rate, blood pressure, cardiac rhythm, and other vital signs during testing.
• Administer exercise stress tests and/or pharmacological stress tests to support evaluation of cardiovascular health under physician direction and established protocols.
• Continuously monitor patients during stress testing and respond promptly to symptoms, abnormal readings, or complications according to department procedures.
• Document stress test results, patient responses, interventions, and related information accurately in the medical record.
• Communicate test results, patient concerns, and relevant findings to the supervising physician and other healthcare providers.
• Maintain stress testing equipment and supplies, ensuring equipment is functioning properly and reporting issues as needed.
• Absorb and assist with scheduling stress tests and other cardiology procedures as needed to support patient flow and department operations.
• Participate in quality assurance, safety, and process improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
• Basic computer skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable
• Recognition programs

Pay

$26.67 - $38.15/Hourly

Schedule

Day (United States of America)