Position Summary:
We are seeking a Stress Monitor / Paramedic to join our Nuc. Med./Stress Dept. in The Villages & Leesburg. This role focuses on monitoring patients during cardiac stress testing, ensuring patient safety, accurate documentation, and providing clinical support to physicians and technologists in our cardiology practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepares patient for stress test, including patient interviews, obtaining patient consent and signatures, and conducting patient education related to risks and complications
- Monitor patients during cardiac stress tests (treadmill, pharmacologic stress, and other modalities).
- Recognize and respond to cardiac arrhythmias, abnormal vital signs, and patient distress.
- Accurately record and report EKG changes, blood pressure, and patient symptoms throughout testing
- Set up and monitor patient through 12 lead EKG stress testing including application of 12 lead EKG monitor pads and application leads.
- Provide emergency response and life support if necessary.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and diagnostic technologists as part of the patient care team.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation in accordance with practice and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
- Current Florida Paramedic license required.
- BLS & ACLS certification required.
- Previous experience in cardiology, cardiac monitoring, or stress testing preferred.
- Strong EKG interpretation skills; must be proficient in reading EKG and have strong familiarity with abnormal EKGS
- Excellent communication, patient care, and teamwork abilities.
Schedule & Compensation:
- Full-time position (Monday–Friday schedule, no nights or major holidays).
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
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EKG Interpretation: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
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Paramedic License (Required)
