Paramedic/Cardiac Technician
Deerfield, Lake County, Illinois, 60063, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Healthcare
Cardiology
Arrhythmia (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Paramedic / EMT-P Career Path Career-defining. Life-changing.
At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives.
We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career
If you’re a Paramedic who thrives in high-acuity situations but is thinking long-term, this role offers a way to apply your cardiac expertise in a focused, sustainable, and clinically meaningful setting — without the physical strain, unpredictable shifts, or career ceiling common in field work.
As an Arrhythmia you’ll continue using advanced rhythm recognition and clinical decision-making skills while transitioning into a technology-enabled diagnostic role that directly supports physicians and improves patient outcomes at scale.
Role OverviewThe Arrhythmia Zio AT Services by delivering accurate ECG analysis and high-quality cardiac diagnostic reports. This role blends independent clinical judgment, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and collaboration with medical professionals in a fast-paced clinical operations environment.
This is a hybrid position with weekly in-office attendance and remote work. Candidates must live within 70 miles of the Deerfield, IL office (unless otherwise designated as hybrid).
How Your Paramedic Experience TranslatesAs a Paramedic, you already:
- Rapidly assess cardiac rhythms under pressure
- Make high-stakes clinical decisions independently
- Communicate critical findings clearly to physicians
- Maintain precision and focus in time-sensitive environments
This role builds on those strengths — shifting from field response to diagnostic expertise and clinical accuracy
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- Review ECG rhythm strips and algorithm findings for accuracy and completeness using iRhythm tools
- Perform quality assurance on cardiac reports provided to physicians
- Identify and elevate clinically significant or critical rhythm findings
- Communicate findings clearly to medical professionals when needed
- Support patient follow-up for additional cardiac data collection
- Continuously develop advanced rhythm interpretation skills
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and clinical quality standards
- Less physical strain than field work
- Sustainable pace that supports long-term clinical careers
- More consistent schedules than shift-based EMS work
- Hybrid model that balances structure and flexibility
- Deep specialization in cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Influence thousands of patient outcomes through diagnostic accuracy
- Support physician decision-making across a broad patient population
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Active Paramedic (EMT-P) certification (accepted in lieu of CCT per company policy)
- Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience
- Experience in emergency medicine, critical care transport, or cardiac monitoring
- Strong background in ECG interpretation and rhythm recognition
- Interest in cardiac diagnostics and technology-enabled care
- Intermediate to advanced cardiac rhythm interpretation
- High attention to detail and clinical accuracy
- Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments
- Strong communication skills with physicians and clinical teams
- Comfort using clinical software and monitoring systems
- Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous learning
- Hybrid role with required local IDTF shifts based on business needs
- Fast-paced, clinically focused operations environment
- Structured onboarding, ongoing training, and career advancement pathways
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