Cardiology Technician

Cardiology TechnicianWork where every moment matters.Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life.Job SummaryThe cardiology technician performs a variety of noninvasive and invasive cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures including performing EKG's, event monitoring application, pacemaker interrogation and, under the direction of a physician, perform stress testing procedures. Their responsibilities include taking vital signs and monitoring patient responses throughout diagnostic testing, rooming patients for visits, and reviewing their past medical history and medications.This position will also require occasional duties as a medical secretary when needed to support coverage which may include chart management, general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the department.QualificationsEducation RequirementsHigh School diploma or GEDAssociates or Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or certification in Cardiovascular Technology (Preferred)Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program (Preferred)Minimum RequirementsOne year of experience in diagnostic cardiology preferred.Experience in cardiac stress testing and arrhythmia recognition is essential. Pacemaker experience is highly preferred.Effective customer service skillsEffective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsself-motivatedPreferred QualificationsFluent in SpanishExperience with the EMR EpicWith locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.