Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Cardiac Technician (Hybrid- Des Plaines, IL)

Pay Range: $28–$32/hour (based on experience)
Location:  One day per week in our Des Plaines, IL office, with remote work the other days. In-office time may increase to 2 to 3 days per week based on business needs. 

At SmartCardia, we're not just improving cardiac monitoring, we're revolutionizing it. Our AI-powered wearable technology delivers real-time insights, helping clinicians detect and respond to heart conditions faster than ever before.
 
We are a dedicated team making a meaningful impact on each patient’s health journey. Our core technology team includes leading minds in data science, embedded machine learning, wearable technology, and signal processing, and we're backed by some of the most respected investors in the field.
 
We're looking for a passionate, detail-oriented Cardiac Technician to join our Clinical team. If you're driven by purpose, thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and want to grow your career while making a real difference in patients' lives, we'd love to meet you.
 
Why You’ll Love Working at SmartCardia

• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to better outcomes and peace of mind for patients.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team that values knowledge-sharing, professional growth, and having each other's backs.
• Competitive Pay: Earn $28–$32/hour plus benefits.
• Innovation at Your Fingertips: Work with cutting-edge AI technology and next-generation cardiac monitoring tools.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and respond to real-time Mobile Cardiac Telemetry (MCT) events, identifying arrhythmias and significant findings.
• Communicate urgent findings to physicians promptly and professionally, following notification criteria.
• Analyze ECG recordings and review algorithm findings for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and finalize patient reports from start to finish, making sure every report meets the highest clinical standards.
• Contact patients to follow up on reported symptoms.
• Assist patients with device disconnection troubleshooting as needed, supporting continuous, high-quality monitoring.
• Uphold HIPAA guidelines and patient confidentiality at all times.

What We’re Looking For
Required:

• Must have at least one of the following credentials: Certified Cardiovascular Technician (CCT), Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT). Applications without one of these credentials will not be considered.
• Located within commuting distance of our Des Plaines, IL office.
• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• At least 1 year of experience in cardiac monitoring OR strong academic background in a cardiac-related field.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, especially cardiology-related terms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new software tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• A reliable, private, HIPAA-compliant workspace and stable internet connection.

Preferred:

• 2+ years of experience in cardiac telemetry, Holter scanning, or other ECG interpretation roles.
• College degree in a cardiac-related field, healthcare, or life sciences.

Schedule & Training

• Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Shift: Four 10-hour shifts, Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM CT
• Training: 2 weeks in office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM 

Join Us
If you want to combine your technical skills with your passion for patient care and be part of a company redefining cardiac monitoring, SmartCardia is your next career step. Apply today and help us shape the future of heart health. 

Flexible work from home options available.