StraighterLine

EKG Technician SME Contract Position

StraighterLine  •  Arlington, VA (Onsite)  •  26 days ago
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Job Description

EKG Technician SME Contract Position

Location: Remote | Type: Contract | Duration: Now – September 2026 (extension possible)

Application Deadline: ASAP

About StraighterLine: StraighterLine is transforming higher education by providing affordable, accessible online courses that help students achieve their academic and career goals. As part of that goal, we’re expanding our healthcare course offerings to prepare students for in-demand certification careers.

The Opportunity: We’re seeking an experienced healthcare professional to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for our EKG Technician course launching Fall 2026. In this role, you’ll review and validate course content developed by our vendor partner, ensuring clinical accuracy, exam alignment, and industry relevance. You’ll also have the opportunity to be featured as an expert voice in the course itself and in Preppy marketing materials — putting your expertise in front of thousands of students launching their healthcare careers.

What You’ll Do: As an SME, you will:

Review course content for clinical accuracy, completeness, and NHA CET exam alignment

• Provide expert feedback on errors, gaps, outdated information, and improvement opportunities

• Validate exam preparation content against the NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam domains

• Collaborate with our academic team and content vendor to resolve questions and clarify standards

• Approve final content before course launch

• Following launch, hold 1 hour per week of virtual office hours to support enrolled students

• Participate in course and/or marketing features (photo, bio, recorded segments, or testimonials) as mutually agreed

Time Commitment:

• Course Build Phase: Estimated 20–30 hours total over 13 weeks (flexible, mostly async schedule)

• Post-Launch: 1 hour per week for student office hours (ongoing, with notice)

Review Period: Now 2026 – September 2026 (extension possible)

Compensation: Competitive contract rate (details provided in offer)

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Active NHA CET (Certified EKG Technician) certification

• 3–4 years of EKG/ECG technician experience in a clinical setting

• At least 2 years of active EKG acquisition and rhythm interpretation experience within the past 5 years

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Cardiovascular Technology, Health Sciences, or related field

• 5+ years of experience across multiple clinical settings (hospital, cardiology clinic, ambulatory care, etc.)

• Experience with 12-lead interpretation, Holter monitoring, or stress testing

• Teaching, precepting, or curriculum development experience

How to Apply: Please Include

1. Resume/CV highlighting:

Your NHA CET certification

• Years of experience in your discipline

• Educational background

2. Brief cover letter (1–2 paragraphs) addressing:

Which position(s) you’re interested in

• Why you’re excited about this SME opportunity

• Any curriculum development or content review experience (if applicable)

• Any teaching or precepting experience (if applicable)

StraighterLine is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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About StraighterLine

StraighterLine is the leading provider of high-quality, affordable, online courses that help learners earn college credit and meet their professional goals. Each year, 150,000 learners take one of StraighterLine’s 215 courses to upskill into new careers or earn credit from over 2,000 colleges and universities worldwide. StraighterLine works with institutions and corporate partners to provide their students and employees with flexible education options that allow them to work and learn at their own pace. Visit https://www.straighterline.com for more information.

Our History

StraighterLine was founded by Burck Smith in 2008 to provide a high-quality, low-cost alternative to the rising cost of college and to help save students a significant amount of money on the cost of their degree. Today 2,000+ colleges and universities have accepted StraighterLine courses for credit.

Our mission: Advance education by empowering learners to reach their college and career goals.

WHY STRAIGHTERLINE?

• Flexible College Courses and Credits: StraighterLine offers online, asynchronous general education courses that learners can complete on their schedule.

• Wraparound Student Support: A StraighterLine membership includes free eTextbooks, 24/7 tutoring, test proctoring, student support, and an online writing center.

• Academic Excellence: All StraighterLine courses go through an intensive quality review process by the American Council on Education (ACE) and are recommended for ACE CREDIT transfer.

• Credentials for In-Demand Careers: The ChildCare Education Institute, A StraighterLine Company, has helped hundreds of thousands of childcare professionals reach professional development and certificate goals.

• Workforce Readiness: StraighterLine works directly with corporate clients and as part of the EdAssist by BrightHorizons education network to meet workforce training needs.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Arlington, VA
Year Founded
2008
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