EKG Technician
Cleveland Clinic
Garfield Heights, OH
Job posting number: #7254090 (Ref:ccf20538897)
Posted: June 10, 2024
Job Description
Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County since 1949, Marymount Hospital is a 269-registered bed acute care, faith-based hospital and became the first regional hospital to become a member of the Cleveland Clinic Healthcare System in 1995. This Magnet-recognized hospital maintains a strong commitment to the communities it serves through blending compassionate patient care with exceptional medical expertise. At Marymount Hospital, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare.
As an EKG Technician, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic electrocardiograms on the floors and in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The caregiver in this role will also learn how to perform stress testing to support the Stress Lab.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
Has experience performing EKGs and identifying lethal rhythms.
Has experience with Muse.
Is familiar with stress testing.
By taking this opportunity, you will join a multidisciplinary team that has a positive and fun environment. This is a part-time role that does provide some flexibility.
Join a team of over 1,100 caregivers in their meaningful work and embark on your journey of accomplishment. Marymount Hospital has a rich history of providing its caregivers with opportunities for development, growth and career advancement in addition to exceptional benefits. Come build a rewarding, lifelong career at a diverse and welcoming hospital where caregivers recognize, support and celebrate one another.
Responsibilities:
- Positions and connects leads from electrocardiograph machine to electrodes on specified body areas.
- Reviews patients record and instructs patients prior to procedures.
- Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
- Identifies and corrects for wandering, interference, and artifacts.
- Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
- Maintains EKG equipment and supplies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology, Paramedic or Medical Assistant Program preferred.
Certifications:
- None required.
Complexity of Work:
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Work Experience:
- Minimum of six months experience related to direct patient care or customer service preferably in a hospital setting required.
- Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology, Paramedic or Medical Assistant Program may offset experience requirement.
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.
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.
