Radiology / Cardiology/Ambulatory Device Tech

Shift: Day 5×8-Hour (08:30 – 17:00)

Description:

Cardiac Device Technician

The Cardiac Device Technician’s primary role is to perform in-person and remote monitoring of single, dual and CRT pacing systems, implanted cardiac defibrillators, pacemakers and implanted loop recorders. This position ensures excellent care for patients in collaboration with our Cardiac Device Clinic Team.

Daily activities include: Performing in person and remote cardiac device checks/interrogations; logging on to each of the remote monitoring device websites, analyzing new device transmissions, completing remote transmission reports and communicating any alarm conditions, abnormalities of heart rhythm or changes in device function to the appropriate cardiologist in a time-appropriate manner. Documenting patient interactions and device reads in Epic. Provide Patient Education to patients in Device Program, Schedule in-person and remote follow-up visits. Troubleshooting and reprogramming of Healthcare, Saint Jude Medical, Boston Scientific and Biotronik pacemakers and ICD’s.

Additional duties include: maintaining general organization of device clinic and the follow up schedule, working with the Electrophysiology Clinic Nurses and Manager to track Device patients effectively, to bill appropriately, and streamline processes in device clinic to maximize throughput and reimbursement while maintaining excellent customer service.

This position works closely with the Device Clinic Nurse, Electrophysiology Physician staff to ensure appropriate care and follow-up for all Device Clinic Patients.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/CERT:
At least 2 years prior experience performing remote implanted cardiac device monitoring and technical assistance
Experience on how to interrogate and program a pacemaker or defibrillator
CCDS Cardiac Device Specialist Certification
BLS Required