What are the responsibilities and job description for the EKG Technician position at ccf?
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Job Title
EKG Technician
Location
Weston
Facility
CC Florida Hospital Weston
Department
Echocardiology-Weston Hospital
Job Code
000621
Shift
Days
Schedule
8:00am-4:30pm
Job Summary
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 8:00am – 4:30pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Six months of basic ECG training with arrhythmia knowledge from an accredited school
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Six months of experience
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Physical Requirements:
Essential Duties: Interact with Patients, families, physicians and other health care workers. Good hand coordination for positioning of electrodes and equipment. Good vision to analyze computer screens and graph recordings to diagnose test results. Use good judgment in stressful emergency situations. Adequate mathematics skills to maintain accurate records and reports.
Physical Duties: Moderate lifting and positioning of patients. Moderate pushing and pulling equipment.
Working Conditions: 100% air-conditioned. Minimal risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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