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Cleveland Clinic

PRN EKG Technician

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What they do

An EKG Technician assists with specialized tests using an electrocardiogram machine, to monitor the performance of a patient's heart. Works under the direction of a physician or specialist. Explains test procedures to patients, sets up and runs equipment and monitors readings. Provides reports and readings from the test to a physician for analysis.

$59,454 / year median in Ohio

+16% projected growth

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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. This is a PRN role. A caregiver in this position works between 7:00am and 3:30pm or 3:00pm and 11:30pm. Other shifts will be based on facility needs. 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 Flexibility to work varying shifts based on departmental and operational needs. Ability to provide coverage for staffing needs, including scheduled and unscheduled absences. Availability for weekend and holiday coverage as operational needs require.
Availability Commitment:
Must be available to work 40 hours per week for 1-2 weeks per year as needed to support planned staffing coverage. Ability to travel throughout the Ohio submarkets and to Main Campus for training, coverage and operational support as needed.
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:
$19.50 Maximum hourly: $19.50 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.).