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AHS Vista LLC

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$40 - $60/hr

... pacemaker/ICD insertion.Perform special radiographic procedures.Perform all other duties as ... One year of experience as a staff technologist.Current licensure as a radiology technologist in ...

AHS Vista LLC

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Waukegan, IL · On-site

... pacemaker/ICD insertion. * Perform special radiographic procedures. * Perform all other duties as ... One year of experience as a staff technologist. * Current licensure as a radiology technologist in ...

Vista Health System

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Waukegan, IL · On-site

... pacemaker/ICD insertion. * Perform special radiographic procedures. * Perform all other duties as ... One year of experience as a staff technologist. * Current licensure as a radiology technologist in ...

AHS Vista LLC

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$40 - $60/hr

... pacemaker/ICD insertion. * Perform special radiographic procedures. * Perform all other duties as ... One year of experience as a staff technologist. * Current licensure as a radiology technologist in ...

StaffDNA

Cath Lab Technologist (Permanent)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$2.3K - $3.0K/wk

... Tech We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Cath Lab procedures. In this ... pacemaker implantation. * Monitor patients' vital signs and ensure their safety throughout the ...

StaffDNA

Cath Lab Technologist (Permanent)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$99K/yr

... Tech We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Cath Lab procedures. In this ... pacemaker implantation. * Monitor patients' vital signs and ensure their safety throughout the ...

StaffDNA

Cath Lab Technologist (Permanent)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$2.3K - $3.0K/wk

... Tech We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Cath Lab procedures. In this ... pacemaker implantation. * Monitor patients' vital signs and ensure their safety throughout the ...

StaffDNA

Cath Lab Technologist (Permanent)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$2.3K - $3.0K/wk

... Tech We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Cath Lab procedures. In this ... pacemaker implantation. * Monitor patients' vital signs and ensure their safety throughout the ...

Olaro

Allied / Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Rockford, IL · On-site

Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cardiac Cath Lab ... and pacemaker or defibrillator implantation. Your work will directly support physicians in ...

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How much do pacemaker tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for pacemaker tech in Illinois is $26.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.51 and $35.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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 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 knowledge of medical electronics, troubleshooting skills, and certification from organizations such as the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE). Experience with medical equipment and understanding of cardiac physiology are also beneficial.

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Infographic showing various Pacemaker Tech job openings in Illinois as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,790 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Cardiac Pacemaker Tech

Warrenville, IL • On-site

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute
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$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

NATURE OF DUTIES:The nature of the duties is to review and analyze remote loop recorder, pacemaker and ICD (defibrillator) transmissions with documentation requirements. This will include communication of device information to and from all clinics, and collaboration with nurses and doctors.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Pacemaker Services
  1. Obtain the hospital pacemaker implant record/post op hospital record and upload to the EHR; Verify all new patients are scheduled for appropriate follow up post implant.
  2. Log all the implantable device patients in device clinic data management software.
  3. Coordinate and manage patients in the device clinic data management software, as well as integrate and manage patients in multi vendor's websites.
  4. Assist with remote monitor connectivity and answer patient calls regarding device management.
  5. Check "end of life" patients from all clinics, arrange for office visits and interrogations as necessary.
  6. Review and analyze remote implantable device transmissions of multiple models and vendors, recognize arrhythmias, battery status and any lead data available on the implantable device.
  7. Schedule device check and remote transmission appointments for patients.
  8. Manage inquiries via email or EHR from all clinics about patients with implantable devices.
  9. Familiar with ECG and cardiac rhythm recognition, including basic arrhythmias.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE:
1. Keeps work area neat and organized. Reports safety issues to team leader immediately.
2. Works efficiently and manages time wisely. Assist other employees when all duties are complete.
3. Communicates any problems, difficulties or concerns regarding job duties to the team leader.
4. Performs all duties without significant error occurring with any regularity.
5. Meets all deadlines and timeframes for completion of assignments.
6. Represents MCI in a professional manner at all times. Demonstrates acceptable ability to interact with physicians, staff ("internal customers") and "external customers" (patients, family members, insurance companies, home health etc.) on a professional level at all times. Exhibits good communication skills with physicians, patients, team leaders, and co-workers at all times.
7. Exhibits whenever possible a harmonious relationship with other MCI employees in order to accomplish the duties and responsibilities of the position. While perfect harmonious relationships with all employees is sometimes not achievable, not more than an occasional complaint should be received by the team leader about the incumbent of this position.
8. The employee shall work and relate cooperatively with all other employees (internal customers) of MCI to assure optimum care for the patients of MCI and to achieve standards of care set forth by the MCI medical staff.
9. Adheres to the MCI Compliance Plan as it pertains to the above specific job duties. Uses best efforts to maintain compliance by following the MCI Corporate Compliance Plan, attending MCI compliance education, following medical documentation guidelines, and communicating concerns regarding compliance issues.
10. Performs accurate and complete documentation in the patient's medical record, when applicable. This includes documentation in both the paper record and the electronic medical record (EMR).
11. Work with the electronic medical record (EMR) staff to maintain quality and work towards future EMR development.
12. Maintains patient confidentiality according to the HIPAA standards of privacy and security.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
1. High school diploma.
2. Telemetry Technician experience preferred.
3. Must have EKG knowledge.
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