Cardiac Device Specialist I

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System's Cardiac Device Specialist I at Bell Hospital provides thorough interrogations and reprogramming of implanted cardiac devices in outpatient settings, and triages remote monitoring transmissions for enrolled patients.

Role requires strong electrophysiology knowledge, device programming skills, and collaboration with the cardiovascular and nursing teams. ACLS/BLS and ongoing clinical development are emphasized in a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Candidate owns a BS/BE or science-related degree and has completed a cardiac device rhythm management course or equivalent.
• Experience with interrogations, reprogramming, and remote monitoring is required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications or eligible within 60 days are preferred.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and nursing teams is expected.

Responsibilities

• Interrogate and reprogram implanted cardiac devices in outpatient settings.
• Triage remote-monitoring transmissions and alerts for enrolled patients.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CIED programmers using clinical knowledge.
• Identify malfunctions and coordinate with providers for follow-up care.
• Support remote monitoring services and triage alerts with the care team.
• Maintain a respectful, collaborative environment and stay clinically current.
• Maintain 2 CEUs annually and meet unit-specific competencies.

Skills

Cardiac electrophysiology knowledge

Biomedical engineering concepts

Clinical data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

Cardiac device rhythm management course

High School Diploma

3+ years direct experience may substitute for bachelor

Preferred: cardiology or biomedical engineering experience

Job description

Position Title

Cardiac Device Specialist I

Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Cardiac Device Specialist I is a member of the Cardiovascular Medicine team. The Device Specialist will be responsible for providing thorough, competent interrogations and reprogramming of implanted cardiac devices in the outpatient settings. The Device Specialist also triages transmissions and alerts for patients enrolled in remote monitoring.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• The Cardiac Device Specialist utilizes knowledge of cardiac electrophysiology and biomedical engineering concepts to assess technical function of the patients CIED and how diagnostic data relates to clinical picture.
• Utilize device and clinical knowledge to set up, operate, and troubleshoot various CIED programmers
• Accurately identifies malfunctions, alerts, and sub-optimal device operations and follows up appropriately with provider teams.
• Manage patients enrolled in remote monitoring services. Triage alerts and communicate with provider’s aligned nursing team for plan of care
• Creates and maintains a supportive work environment for the entire team. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of respect and courtesy toward patients, staff and colleagues
• Maintains clinical relevance, demonstrating self-development by keeping current on a variety of clinical and health care topics
• Maintain 2 CEUs annually
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree Engineering or Science related field
• Successful completion of a cardiac device rhythm management course or equivalent experience within 6 months of hire.
• High School Graduate
• 3 or more years Direct experience may substitute for Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Education and Experience

• 2 or more years Cardiology or biomedical engineering experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 Days
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 Days
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation to various outreach clinics

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-56610

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.