• Cardiology Stress Test Technician

    Essentia Health (Brainerd, MN)


    Job Description:

    Is a member of the non-invasive Cardiovascular team. Plans, organizes and implements a variety of cardiac stress testing protocols and provides ambulatory ECG monitoring services and holter monitors to patients. Must interact effectively with patients, families, and all other members of the health care team. Provides care for adult patients with cardio respiratory illness.

    Education Qualifications:

    + Completed course work in a medically related field such as nursing assistant, medical assistant, nursing, EMT, paramedic, respiratory care, or rhythm interpretation.

     

    In this vital **Cardiology Stress Test Technician** role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and performing a variety of cardiac stress testing protocols and ambulatory ECG monitoring services. You will work closely with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality care to adult patients with cardiopulmonary conditions.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Perform and oversee cardiac stress tests, including exercise and pharmacologic protocols

    + Set up and monitor ambulatory ECG devices and ensure accurate data collection

    + Accurately document patient information and test results

    + Monitor patients’ vital signs and symptoms during procedures

    + Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals

    + Maintain equipment and ensure adherence to safety and infection control standards

    + Support a patient-centered approach, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout procedures

    This position MUST be able to work the following:

    + 48 hours per pay period with availability to flex up if needed.

    + 8 Hour Shifts

    + Day Shifts: 7:00AM - 3:30PM or 7:30AM - 4:00PM

    Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

    + Current certification (or within one month of hire) as American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.

    Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

    + **Health Coverage:** Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.

    + **Retirement Savings Plans:** 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

    + **Professional Development:** Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

    + **Work-Life Balance:** Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

    + **Employee Wellness Programs:** Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

     

    Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

     

    **Job Location:** St Josephs Medical Center

    **Shift Rotation:** FTE Flex Days (United States of America)

    **Shift Start/End:** 7:00AM - 3:30PM/7:30AM - 4:00PM

    **Hours Per Pay Period:** 48

    **Compensation Range:** $19.66 - $29.49 / hour

    Union:

    **FTE:** 0.6

    **Weekends:** None

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