Cardiac Device Tech - Per Diem (8h Days) Union

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking a per diem 8-hour day hospital-based Device Tech for the Cardiovascular Electrophysiology clinic in Los Angeles, CA. You will monitor, program, and optimize implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs, CRT) and remotely monitor patients.

Responsibilities include training cardiology fellows, pre/post-operative care, and interpreting data to ensure patient safety. BLS certification and LA City Fire Life Safety training (within 30 days) are required.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• 2 years combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience; experience as a Device Tech preferred.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Ability to use computer systems or specified equipment essential for the related areas.
• Knowledge of hospital radiology techniques, theory, and procedures.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, invasive cardiovascular practices/techniques/pressures, basic analysis and emergency protocols.
• Familiar with EP equipment and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize programming for device patients (pacemakers, ICDs, CRT).
• Check and interpret event logs; identify lead issues and shocks in AICDs.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients with implanted devices.
• Monitor patients remotely via Internet; train cardiology fellows.
• Perform other duties as assigned; support USC policy and mission.

Skills

Device programming

EP equipment familiarity

BLS certified

Communication skills

Lead impedance measurement

Education

High School or equivalent

2 years device tech experience

Tools

EP equipment

Job description

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking a per diem 8-hour day hospital-based Device Tech for the Cardiovascular Electrophysiology clinic in Los Angeles, CA. You will monitor, program, and optimize implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs, CRT) and remotely monitor patients.

Responsibilities include training cardiology fellows, pre/post-operative care, and interpreting data to ensure patient safety. BLS certification and LA City Fire Life Safety training (within 30 days) are required.