Cardiac Device Technician - Heart & Vascular Physician Office

BayCare Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare Health System in Florida is looking for a full-time role that supports physicians with implanted cardiac devices. The position involves device interrogations, setup, monitoring, and coordination of patient care. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant certifications, including BLS. Experience in cardiology or related fields is preferred. Key skills include understanding arrhythmias and familiarity with cardiac devices. This role is essential for ensuring patient safety and effective device management.

Qualifications

• Cardiology Arrhythmia Certification and 3 years of healthcare or 1 year of Cardiology.
• Cardiology Arrhythmia Certification and graduation from an approved technical school specializing in implanted devices and/or arrhythmia.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports physicians and performs implanted cardiac device interrogations.
• Responsible for implanted cardiac device setup and monitoring.
• Serves as a resource and assists physician and staff with patient care coordination.
• Educates patients and families regarding device function and follow-up.
• Troubleshoots critical device issues and manages recall notices.

Skills

Understanding of arrhythmias, pacing, and defibrillation therapies

Familiarity with various cardiac devices including pacemakers

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Status: Full Time

Shift: Days/Hours: Mon through Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (May vary)

Location: Safety Harbor, FL

Weekend Work: None

On Call: No

Responsibilities

• Supports physicians and performs implanted cardiac device interrogations and adjusts/reprograms device settings under direct supervision of cardiology provider.
• Responsible for implanted cardiac device setup, monitoring and reporting, both in-clinic and remote transmissions. Responsible for LifeVest remote monitoring and reporting.
• Serves as a resource and assists physician and staff with the daily coordination of patient care to facilitate efficient patient flow and physician access.
• Assists or provides education to patients and families regarding device function, clinic follow-up scheduling and device home monitoring.
• Assists with wound checks following implants.
• Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians.
• Troubleshoots critical device issues and takes immediate steps toward resolution.
• Manages recall notices for implanted devices – alerting physicians, contacting patients, and making appropriate adjustments/arrangements for resolution.
• Manages closer monitoring for patient devices nearing ERI, ensuring appropriate follow-through and procedure scheduling for generator change once ERI has been reached.
• Maintains precise templates and database of all information for monitors and devices.
• Additional duties include appointment scheduling, ensuring rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies, medical record management and ensuring equipment is in good working condition and notifies appropriate staff of problem areas or safety issues.

Qualifications

Education

• HS Diploma or GED

Experience (1 Of The Following)

• Cardiology Arrhythmia Certification and 3 years of healthcare or 1 year of Cardiology
• Cardiology Arrhythmia Certification and graduation from an approved technical school specializing in implanted devices and/or arrhythmia
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position

Skills

• Candidates must have understanding of arrhythmias, pacing and defibrillation therapies
• Candidate must be familiar with various cardiac devices including pacemakers

Certification

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Certifications

• CRAT Certification (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician)
• RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist)
• CCDS (Certified Cardiac Device Specialist)
• CEPS (Certified Electrophysiology Specialist)

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