Cardiac Stress Technician
Company: MD Office Solutions
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Looking for Flexibility Now —
With Room to Grow? MD Office Solutions of Arizona is hiring a Per
Diem Cardiac Stress Technician (1–2 days per week) with the
opportunity to transition into a full-time position as our mobile
cardiac services continue expanding. Compensation: $27–$30 per
hour, based on experience. Required: Valid driver’s license,
current ACLS certification, and current BLS certification. Join a
collaborative mobile nuclear cardiology team delivering cardiac
stress testing services directly to healthcare facilities. This
role is ideal for paramedics, EMTs, RNs, LVNs, or experienced
medical professionals with strong IV skills and 12-lead EKG
experience who want meaningful clinical work, autonomy in the
field, and hands-on patient care in both routine and emergent
situations. Paid training provided. Growth potential encouraged.
Cardiac Stress Technician (CST) Job Description Position Overview:
The Cardiac Stress Technician will work under the direct
supervision of site physician, performing various professional and
administrative duties related to nuclear medicine cardiac stress
testing. This includes, but is not limited to patient preparation,
administration of exercise and pharmacological stress tests, and
application of ACLS measures to patients when directed. CST’s will
comply with HIPAA regulations. Paid training as it relates to
Cardiac Stress Technician requirements and job duties. Essential
Functions: Preparation of patient for stress testing procedure by:
Verifying patient identity using a two-step verification process.
Basic screening questions. Obtain written consent. Assess patient
blood pressure, pulse, respirations, lung sounds, and establish
Peripheral Intravenous (IV) access. Set up and monitor patient
through 12 lead EKG stress testing including application of 12 lead
and rhythm identification and interpretation. Preparation of
pharmacological stress agents, dose calculation, and
administration. Under the direct supervision of the site physician,
application of ACLS algorithms if patient experiences complications
during the procedure. Driving company van and following Radiation
Safety and Department of Transportation regulations. And wearing
radiation-sensitive badges provided by MDOS. Preparation and set-up
of mobile operations at customer site including preparing and
inventorying pharmaceutical and medical supplies brought to
customer site, assisting in loading/unloading of equipment in/out
of van, take down of equipment in customer site, and disposal of
medical waste, and return to MDOS hub location. Responsible for
maintaining non-nuclear medical supplies and equipment, ensuring
scheduled maintenance is completed and batteries checked. CST is
responsible to safely store and maintain issued equipment such as
laptop computers, medication pumps, medical bags, and other issued
equipment. Patient charting to be completed and submitted on the
same day of service to meet accreditation requirements and MDOS
policy. In cooperation with the Director of Operations,
participates in the training and mentoring of new employees. Report
any equipment or vehicle issues to a manager. Other duties as
assigned. Education, Training & Certification: American Heart
Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required within
30-days of date of hire. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
Paramedic license, EMT license, RN, LVN, Medical Assistant, etc.
with some experience in the medical field and/or an emergency care
setting with experience responding to emergent cardiac and
pulmonary events is preferred. Experience with starting IV’s, EKG
lead placement and interpretation strongly preferred. Skills &
Competencies: Your formal training will prepare you to perform your
job duties, but you'll also need soft skills to succeed as a
cardiac stress technologist: Establish and maintain effective
relationships with customers and patients and gain their trust and
respect. Maintain patient confidentiality in all areas. Ability to
react in an emergency and determine the best course of action or
care for the patient, and application of ACLS algorithms, if
physician is providing direct supervision. Able to work
independently and under pressure. Must be able to stand for longer
periods of time. Required to push/pull 800lbs of medical equipment.
Must have valid and maintain a driver’s license with no violations.
Work Environment: Employers of nuclear medicine technologists
include hospitals, physicians’ offices, and diagnostic
laboratories. There are risks associated with this occupation. As
with all healthcare professionals, you could be exposed to
infectious diseases. Your work could also expose you to small
amounts of radiation and you must take measures to protect
yourself, your coworkers, and your patients’ using gloves and other
shielding devices. MDOS nuclear medicine technologists are required
to always wear radiation-sensitive badges when on duty to monitor
their exposure. Will require emergency response participation in
the event of a radioactive or nuclear spill. The job duties and
responsibilities outlined are not exhaustive and may be subject to
change based on the needs of the company. MD Office Solutions Corp,
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of
employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation, and training.
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