EKG Technician

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is hiring an EKG technician to perform diagnostic electrocardiograms and coordinate with AMET and physicians.

Work evenings 3:00pm–11:30pm, interact with nursing staff, monitor patients, and ensure timely communication of results. High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related hospital experience required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six months of experience related to direct patient care or customer service in a hospital setting.
• Completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology, paramedic or medical assisting program.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic electrocardiograms.
• Position and connect leads from electrocardiograph machines to electrodes on specified body areas.
• Review patients' records and instruct patients prior to the procedure.
• Monitor patients during procedures and report abnormal findings.
• Identify and correct wandering, interference and artifacts.
• Edit and forward results to the attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
• Maintain EKG equipment and supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

AMET coordination

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited cardiovascular technology program

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.

The EKG technician will regularly interact with nursing staff, members of the Adult Medical Emergency Team (AMET), physicians, and other EKG technicians to coordinate and perform cardiac testing, ensure timely communication of results, and support patient care across various clinical settings.

A caregiver in this position works evenings, from 3:00pm—11:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform diagnostic electrocardiograms.
• Position and connect leads from electrocardiograph machines to electrodes on specified body areas.
• Review patients' records and instruct patients prior to the procedure.
• Monitor patients during procedures and report abnormal findings.
• Identify and correct wandering, interference and artifacts.
• Edit and forward results to the attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
• Maintain EKG equipment and supplies.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High school diploma or GED
• Six months of experience related to direct patient care or customer service in a hospital setting
• OR completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology, paramedic or medical assisting program

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology, paramedic or medical assisting program

Physical Requirements:

• Physical strength to assist patients into position for testing.
• Physical strength to transport equipment to various locations throughout the Cleveland Clinic facility.
• Extensive walking and standing.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.75

Maximum hourly: $21.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).