Clinical Technician - Cardiac Prep & Recovery

Cleveland Clinic

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Technician works in Cleveland Clinic’s 26-bed Cardiac Prep/Recovery Unit, which cares for patients before and after invasive cardiac procedures. The unit prepares patients for invasive cardiovascular and electrophysiology procedures and provides post-procedure recovery. It is located between the Cardiovascular and Electrophysiology Laboratories and cares for patients arriving from home, inpatient settings, and hospital transfers. The team provides fast-paced care involving short lengths of stay.

The caregiver provides or assists with patient care under the supervision of an RN. The position works days, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire or within the new-hire period.
• One year of recent, full-time patient care experience, or nursing student status with at least one completed clinical rotation as part of an accredited nursing school program.
• Alternatively, military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1), or additional education or training such as mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Take vital signs and weight, assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, and help with patient transfers and transport.
• Perform pulse oximetry and point-of-care testing, change dressings, apply external monitoring devices, and remove urinary Foley catheters.
• Report abnormal findings or changes in patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions to an RN.
• Help keep patients’ rooms clean and orderly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED