Lead Cardiac Technician | Device Clinic

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

9d•$20 - $31

About The Position

The Lead Cardiac Technician serves as the team’s point of contact and expert resource throughout the day and conducts a wide range of non-invasive cardiac tests under direct supervision for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The role supports EKG staff and systems, oversees department scheduling and EKG software workflows, and helps coordinate expansion of EKG services. The position also performs cardiac tests, monitors patient heart functions, and supports patients’ comfort and safety during testing and treatment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience as a cardiac technician.
Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology.
Working knowledge of basic and intermediate life-threatening cardiac rhythms.
Working knowledge of special equipment used in cardiac testing, computers, and medical terminology.
Must meet a criterion determined by facility needs: possess Certified Cardiographic credentials; hold an associate degree in a health science field; have three years of experience as a cardiac technician; or obtain CCT, CRAT, or National Telemetry Association certification within one year in the position. The department determines which certification is appropriate for its workflows.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Responsibilities

Serve as the team point of contact and expert resource for questions throughout the day.
Conduct a range of non-invasive cardiac tests under direct supervision for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Oversee department scheduling and assist management with payroll and employee evaluation input.
Provide direct support and guidance to electrocardiogram (EKG) employees.
Support EKG systems and help coordinate the expansion of EKG services.
Help oversee EKG software workflows and maintain communication with management.
Assist with ordering supplies and medical gases for EKG/RT.
Attend cardiac meetings related to EKG testing, stay current on EKG workflow processes, and educate staff.
Precept new EKG staff.
Perform cardiac tests and monitor patient heart functions using cardiology equipment.
Check, calibrate, and maintain cardiology equipment to ensure proper operation and accurate test results.
Provide care and counseling to cardiac patients to support their comfort and safety during tests and treatments.
Alert nurses or physicians to critical values, abnormalities, or changes in patient responses.
Obtain and record patient information and medical histories.
Interpret EKG results and generate factual written reports.