Cardiology Technician - PRN

Department:

Status:


Benefits Eligible:

No

Hou rs Per Week:

0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

PRN

Pay Range
$19.80 - $29.70

Cardiology Tech (PRN)

Winston-Salem, NC

Job Summary:

The Cardiology Technician (PRN) provides diagnostic cardiac testing and monitoring support for patients across multiple care settings. This role performs electrocardiograms (EKGs), applies and manages ambulatory cardiac monitors including ZIO patches, supports ZIO Suite operations, and utilizes MUSE and EPIC systems for documentation and workflow. The PRN technician may cover day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed to support departmental operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform 12-lead EKGs accurately and efficiently according to departmental and regulatory standards
• Apply, educate patients on, and troubleshoot ZIO monitors and other ambulatory cardiac monitoring devices
• Manage workflows within the ZIO Suite , including patient setup, device tracking, and return processing
• Ensure proper data transmission, upload, and documentation of cardiac studies
• Utilize MUSE for EKG management, editing, and transmission
• Document patient information, procedures, and results accurately in EPIC
• Verify patient identification and explain procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort
• Maintain equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, and report malfunctions promptly
• Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and HIPAA guidelines
• Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members
• Provide coverage across multiple shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays) based on departmental needs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and rhythm recognition
• Ability to perform EKGs independently
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn clinical software systems
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

• Completion of a Cardiology Technician or EKG Technician training program
• Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Prior experience with ZIO monitors , MUSE , and EPIC
• Previous experience in a hospital or clinical cardiology setting
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move equipment and assist patients as needed
• Manual dexterity for equipment placement and computer use

Work Schedule

• PRN (as needed)
• May include day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.