EKG Technician

Cleveland Clinic • Weston, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. An Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician performs non-invasive tests to monitor a patient's heart rate and rhythm. These tests include EKG tests, stress tests, or Holter monitoring tests, depending on the technician's level of training. EKG tests use electrodes placed on the patient's chest to measure the electrical activity in his or her heart. This exciting setting provides a challenging and educational experience for technicians at Cleveland Clinic. A caregiver in this position works Monday-Friday from 8:00AM – 4:30PM

Requirements

• Six months of basic ECG training with arrhythmia knowledge from an accredited school
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Six months of experience

Responsibilities

• Record and edit EKGs, Holter monitors, pacemaker checks and assist with stress testing when applicable.
• Perform 12-lead electrocardiograms and other noninvasive cardiology exams as ordered by the physician.
• Perform graded exercise tests and radioisotope stress tests under the supervision of the physician when applicable.
• Perform ambulatory monitoring procedures and event recording procedures.
• Participate in medical emergencies in the clinic.
• Perform pacemaker and ICD evaluations when applicable.
• Learn how to operate new equipment and technology.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date documentation and files at all times, including product and service quotes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed