Cardiac Device Tech: Pacemakers & AICD Specialist

Winchester Cardiology and Vascular Medicine; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Holidays & PTO

401(k) Retirement

Employee Perks Program

Supplemental Health Coverage

Job summary

Winchester Cardiology and Vascular Medicine seeks a Cardiac Device Technician to support electrophysiology and cardiology teams with pacemaker/AICD devices across platforms. Travel to outreach offices in Martinsburg, WV and Front Royal, VA may be required.

The role emphasizes device interpretation, clinical insights, and patient education, with a focus on collaboration and quality care within a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Practical Nurse (LPN) license or Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia preferred but not required.
• Specialized training or certification in cardiac device technology (e.g., IBHRE or equivalent) preferred.
• BLS Certified or ability to obtain certification within three (3) months of hire.
• ACLS Certified or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.
• At least two (2) years of experience in a medical office, clinic, or healthcare setting and one (1) year of experience with cardiac devices preferred.
• Proficiency in operating clinical tools such as EKG machines, sphygmomanometers, and other essential medical instruments.
• Strong competency in cardiac rhythm analysis and electrogram (EGM) interpretation.
• Knowledgeable in EMR Systems and Cardiac Remote Monitoring Platforms.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• HIPAA guidelines knowledge and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to examination rooms for a welcoming experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac device tech across major manufacturers (St. Jude, Medtronic, Boston Scientific/Guidant, Biotronik).
• Interrogate and reprogram cardiac devices and generate reports for provider review.
• Document patient assessments and management in EMR.
• Provide device education and training to patients and caregivers.
• Maintain familiarity with insurance guidelines and device service billing codes.
• Oversee remote monitoring equipment and accessories.
• Coordinate patient enrollment for home monitoring across devices.
• Manage urgent and non-urgent remote monitoring alerts.
• Liaise between patients and device representatives on device performance.
• Communicate with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Foster collaborative device clinic environment.
• Participate in training to ensure efficient device clinic operation.
• Adhere to OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by physician/administrator.
• May travel to Winchester outreach offices (Martinsburg, WV; Front Royal, VA) for device support.
• Triaging and wound checks (RN/LPN not required) and related duties.
• Collaborate with physicians on care plans.
• Assess and manage post-implant wounds, dressings, hematoma management, and EMR photo documentation.
• Document wound care in Excel and Epic.
• Schedule follow-ups and record vital signs.
• Provide clinical direction within nursing scope.
• Deliver patient education and instructions.

Job description

Winchester Cardiology and Vascular Medicine seeks a Cardiac Device Technician to support electrophysiology and cardiology teams with pacemaker/AICD devices across platforms. Travel to outreach offices in Martinsburg, WV and Front Royal, VA may be required.

The role emphasizes device interpretation, clinical insights, and patient education, with a focus on collaboration and quality care within a patient-centered environment.