EKG Technician

Marshfield Clinic Health System • Austintown, OH

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About The Position

The EKG Technician is responsible for obtaining accurate and reliable EKGs and arrhythmia testing for physician interpretation. The individual is responsible for application and instruction of arrhythmia detection recorders and must recognize acute diagnosis and initiate emergent protocol. The EKG Technician performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System’s mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Completion of a technical program in a medical field; or completion of EKG class provided by Marshfield Clinic Health System with the expectation of scoring 80% or better on the basic EKG Interpretation test within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Enrolled in one of the following courses: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or First Responder.
• One year experience in a healthcare field.
• EKG technician certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or National Health career Association (NHA).

Responsibilities

• Obtaining accurate and reliable EKGs
• Arrhythmia testing for physician interpretation
• Application and instruction of arrhythmia detection recorders
• Recognize acute diagnosis and initiate emergent protocol
• Performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System’s mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Benefits

• Positions listed as 30 hours per week or greater are offered the level 1 benefit package.
• Positions listed as 20 – 29 hours per week are offered the level 2 benefit package.
• Positions listed as less than 19 hours per week are non-benefited.
• Benefits for temporary positions vary. Details will be discussed in the interview process.

What This Job Offers

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