Cardiac Stress Technician PRN Cardiology

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cardiac Stress Technician to join our esteemed cardiology practice, serving the Dallas and Heath areas. This is a great opportunity to have a role in an outpatient environment with a friendly schedule supportive of work/life balance.

This position is responsible for performing cardiac stress testing in a safe, professional, and patient-focused manner. The Cardiac Stress Technician provides high-quality care to patients of the practice, ensuring accurate diagnostic results and a positive experience.

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.
• Perform 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.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related healthcare field preferred
• Certified Cardiac Stress Technician (CST) or Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) preferred
• CPR/BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a Cardiac Stress Technician, preferably in an outpatient setting
• Proficient in IV starts, EKG monitoring, and cardiac stress testing protocols
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality, and quality standards of care
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Physical ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility
• Valid Texas driver’s license, automobile liability insurance, and acceptable driving record
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and patient scheduling systems

Schedule

• Fridays 8 AM - 3 PM at the Dallas location
• We may also need coverage in a limited capacity on other days as needed, at both locations

Office Hours

• Monday-Thursday, 8 AM - 5 PM, and Friday, 8 AM - 3 PM. No weekends, holidays, or after hours.

Benefits

• Paid time off