Cardiac Device Technician

HCA Healthcare; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Job summary

HCA Florida Heart Institute is seeking a Cardiac Device Technician to provide clinical expertise in pacemaker and AICD interrogation, analysis, and device programming, in collaboration with EP nurses and physicians.

The role involves educating patients, documenting in EMR, coordinating follow-ups, and traveling to regional offices for device clinics; a degree is preferred and remote monitoring experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum five years’ experience analyzing and reprogramming cardiac pacemakers and AICDs or device-certification.
• Experience reviewing and managing remote device transmissions (Carelink, Latitude, Merlin).
• Current BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough pacemaker and AICD interrogation and re-programming to cardiac device patients in person, remotely, and/or via phone transmission.
• Initial device analysis, preliminary report generation, and alerting physician or non-physician practitioner to urgent issues.
• Interrogate, interpret, and re-program cardiac devices with minimal physician supervision.
• Troubleshoot critical device issues and take immediate steps toward resolution.
• Collaborate with physicians regarding device status and document device analysis in EMR for review.
• Educate patients on all aspects of their device including remote monitoring and follow-up protocol.
• Ensure charges are accurately captured for device interrogation.
• Schedule patients for device appointment follow up in EMR and remote website; contact no-show patients to re-schedule.
• Assist EP nurses and non-physician practitioners in patient teaching; travel to regional offices for device clinics.
• Maintain equipment and ensure programming rooms are stocked with necessary supplies.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.

Skills

Pacemaker & AICD interrogation

Cardiac device analysis

Remote device transmissions management

Patient education

EMR documentation

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Carelink

Latitude

Merlin

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Cardiac Device Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Heart Institute which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Cardiac Device Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary And Qualifications

Full time (Monday - Friday, day shift), no nights, no on-call, no weekends, no holidays

Seeking a Cardiac Device Tech for our practice who provides clinical expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality, efficient care. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.

What you will do in this role

• Provide thorough, proficient pacemaker and AICD interrogation and re-programming to cardiac device patients in person, remotely, and/or via phone transmission.
• Responsible for initial device analysis, preliminary report generation, and alerting physician or non-physician practitioner to urgent issues requiring further attention.
• Interrogate, interpret, and re-program cardiac devices with minimal physician supervision
• Trouble shoot critical device issues and take immediate steps toward resolution.
• Collaborate with physicians regarding device status and accurately document device analysis in EMR for review.
• Educate patients on all aspects of their device including remote monitoring and follow-up protocol.
• Ensure charges are accurately captured for device interrogation.
• Schedule patients for device appointment follow up in EMR and remote website. Immediately contact “no show” patients to ensure they are re-scheduled.
• Assist EP nurses and non-physician practitioners in the delivery of patient teaching. Consistently travel to regional offices for assigned device clinics.
• Participate in positive, proactive inter- and intra-departmental communication. Promote a healthy clinical environment and good working relationships.
• Serve as a resource to physicians and other practice employees regarding device patients and services.
• Keep equipment in good working conditions and notify appropriate personnel of problem areas or safety issues.
• Ensure programming rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.

Education

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five years’ experience analyzing and reprogramming cardiac pacemaker and AICDs (Biotronik, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, and St. Jude) OR cardiac device technology certification from a recognized device training school.
• Experience reviewing and managing remote device transmissions (Carelink, Latitude, and Merlin).

Certification/Licensing

• Current BLS certification preferred.

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

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