Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Cardiac Technician - Monitor Studio

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeSioux Falls, SD, USA$18 - $28In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology is required.
Working knowledge of basic and intermediate life-threatening cardiac rhythms, special equipment used in cardiac testing, computers, and medical terminology is required.
Meet at least one facility- or department-dependent qualification: possess Certified Cardiographic Technician certification; hold an associate’s degree or higher in a health science field; have three years of experience as a cardiac technician; or obtain Certified Cardiographic Technician, Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring (CRAT), or National Telemetry Certification within one year in the position. The department determines the appropriate certification based on its workflows.

Responsibilities

Perform a range of non-invasive cardiac tests under direct supervision for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Perform cardiac tests and monitor patients’ heart functions using cardiology equipment.
Place electrodes for electrocardiogram or telemetry (Holter) monitoring as needed, and operate the equipment correctly.
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 electrocardiogram results and generate factual written reports.
In some departments, monitor multiple patients simultaneously, critically interpret rhythms, and communicate concerns to staff.
Safely dispose of controlled substances with an RN after a dose is administered to a patient.

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.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Rotating Shifts (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $28.00





Union Position:

Department Details

Join Our Team and Grow The Good!

Hours: Day: 6am - 6pm | NOC 6pm - 6am

Either Rotating shifts or Night shift.

Why you will love this role:
• Patient Focused Care
• Supportive work environment
• Employee Well-being Program
• Wage based on experience
• Career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

Apply now and be part of something special! Together, let's Grow The Good in our community.

Summary

The Cardiac Technician conducts a wide range of non-invasive cardiac tests, under direct supervision, for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Job Description

Performs cardiac tests and monitors patient heart functions using diverse cardiology equipment. As needed per department, employees place electrodes correctly for an electrocardiogram (EKG) machine or telemetry (holter) monitoring and operate machines correctly. 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 cardiac tests and treatments. Alerts nurses or physicians of critical values, abnormalities, or changes in patient responses. Obtains and records patient information and medical histories; interprets electrocardiogram (EKG) results and generates factual written reports. In some departments, employees will monitor multiple patients at the same time while critically interpreting rhythms and communicating concerns effectively with staff. Safely disposes of controlled substances with an RN after a dose is administered to a patient.

Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent is 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 a minimum of one of the following criteria dependent on facility or department requirements needs as it may vary by needs: 1. Possess Certified Cardiographic Technician 2. Associate’s degree or higher in a health science field 3. Three years’ experience as a cardiac technician 4. Obtain Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT), 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.

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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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