Join Cleveland Clinic's Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country for cardiac care. The Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute cares for patients with a variety of heart, vascular and thoracic diseases and provides the highest level of patient care, innovative treatments and a welcoming environment to all. 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 6:30am to 3:00pm or 7:00am to 3:30pm.
• 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 + 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 + Experience with direct patient care or customer service within a hospital

• 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.).Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities