Cardiac Device Specialist: Pacemaker & ICD Programmer

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a dedicated Monitoring Technician to support cardiology services. You will analyze pacemaker/ICD data, reprogram devices, and perform quarterly transtelephonic checks, while ensuring data accuracy in the software system.

Responsibilities include coordinating follow-up appointments, educating patients and families about device care, and performing EKGs as needed, in a compliant healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 1+ year related experience.
• Minimum 1 year as a Senior Monitor technician.
• Preferred 1 year in electrophysiology.
• BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates extensive knowledge and understanding of pacer equipment.
• Analyzes and re-programs pacemakers with various programs.
• Performs independent quarterly transtelephonic pacemaker checks.
• Is responsible for all data through software application.
• Reprograms devices as ordered by the physician.
• Maintains follow up appointments for pacemaker and ICD patients.
• Conducts family and patient education on care of pacemaker/ICD's.
• Performs EKGs as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Pacemaker knowledge

Data analysis

Patient education

EKG administration

Education

Associate degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a dedicated Monitoring Technician to support cardiology services. You will analyze pacemaker/ICD data, reprogram devices, and perform quarterly transtelephonic checks, while ensuring data accuracy in the software system.

Responsibilities include coordinating follow-up appointments, educating patients and families about device care, and performing EKGs as needed, in a compliant healthcare environment.