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How much do pacemaker tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for pacemaker tech in Georgia is $23.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.52 and $31.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a pacemaker tech do?

A typical day for a Pacemaker Tech involves conducting pacemaker checks, device interrogations, and troubleshooting pacemaker issues both in outpatient clinics and during hospital rounds. You’ll work closely with cardiologists, nurses, and other members of the cardiac team to interpret device data, optimize settings, and ensure patients’ devices are functioning correctly. Pacemaker Techs also educate patients about their devices and may assist with intraoperative device programming during implants or replacements. This collaborative environment provides both variety and the opportunity to have a direct, positive impact on patient well-being while gaining valuable experience in advanced cardiac care.

What is a pacemaker tech?

A Pacemaker Technician is a healthcare professional who specializes in monitoring, programming, and troubleshooting pacemakers and implantable cardiac devices. They work closely with cardiologists to ensure that patients' devices function properly and meet their medical needs. Their duties include conducting device checks, analyzing data, and educating patients on proper device care. Pacemaker Techs typically work in hospitals, clinics, or cardiology offices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pacemaker tech?

To thrive as a Pacemaker Tech, you need a solid background in cardiac physiology, electrophysiology, and medical device technology, often obtained through specialized training or certification programs. Familiarity with pacemaker programmers, telemetry systems, and compliance with certification requirements like Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) or Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) is essential. Strong attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills distinguish top performers in this field. Mastery of these competencies is crucial for ensuring accurate device function, patient safety, and effective coordination with healthcare teams.

How to become a pacemaker tech?

To become a pacemaker technician, one typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training or certification in cardiac device technology. Many employers prefer candidates with experience in healthcare or biomedical equipment, and certification from organizations like the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) can enhance job prospects.
Infographic showing various Pacemaker Tech job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, and 58% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,469 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Electrophysiology (EP) Lab Tech

Northside Hospital

Canton, GA

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Northside Hospital rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 442 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

349th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Assists physicians during electrophysiology procedures, pacemaker/ICD insertions, radiofrequency ablation, and other miscellaneous procedures required by operating the electrophysiology recorder, hemodynamic monitoring computer and/or scrubbing for invasive cardiac and vascular procedures. Provides patient care to adult and geriatric patients.

REQUIRED:
1. Must possess one (1) of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), Registered Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR
PREFERRED:
1. Experience in electrophysiology or interventional cardiac cath lab. 2. Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) Certification (Formerly NASPE) or previous electrophysiology experience. 3. Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS Allied Health) 4. Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) 5. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).


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* 288-bed hospital, offering a full range of services including comprehensive and interventional stroke care, preventative and corrective cardiac care, full-service orthopedic and spine treatment, an ER 24/7®, and general surgery * As one of the first hospitals in the area to achieve Atrial Fibrillation Certification (SCPC), our technologically advanced hospital allows our highly skilled physicians, nursing and caregivers to serve our growing community * Northside Hospital was the first nationally recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pinellas County and nationally recognized for quality and safety by earning an 'A' rating from the Leapfrog Group

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

1970