Cardiac Device Technician & Patient Education Specialist

Stony Brook Administrative Services; Setauket (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook Administrative Services seeks a Cardiac Pacemaker Technician to support the EP/Device clinic with direct patient contact and device interrogation. The role covers implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs, Loop recorders) and external monitors, plus education on home care and follow-up.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, MA/Cardiac Tech/EKG tech/arrhythmia certification or eligibility, hospital or cardiac office experience, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School education required.
• MA/Cardiac Tech/EKG tech/Arrhythmia analysis certification or eligibility preferred.
• Hospital or cardiac office experience preferred.
• Arrhythmia interpretation experience/knowledge of implanted cardiac devices preferred.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Willing to learn new tasks and pursue ongoing performance improvement.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and patient history.
• Attach patient to programmer to initiate interrogation process.
• Educate patients regarding home care, routine precautions and follow-up of their device.
• Educate patients on use of home monitoring devices.
• Log on to and order equipment through websites.
• Actively participate in downloading and maintenance of remote monitoring websites, reporting alerts to the Supervising NP/RN/M.
• Call device manufacturers/representatives for information when required.
• Perform Trans-Telephonic telephone checks.
• Perform arrhythmia analysis of Holter, Event, MCOT monitors and Loop recorders.
• Stay current with new technology as it becomes available; attend educational programs as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of new devices, procedures, and patient education requirements.
• Schedule patient appointments within established guidelines.
• Maintain documentation in the patient's EMR, chart; uphold department statistics.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines at all times.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA/Cardiac Tech/EKG tech/Arrhythmia analysis Certification or eligible

Job description

Stony Brook Administrative Services seeks a Cardiac Pacemaker Technician to support the EP/Device clinic with direct patient contact and device interrogation. The role covers implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs, Loop recorders) and external monitors, plus education on home care and follow-up.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, MA/Cardiac Tech/EKG tech/arrhythmia certification or eligibility, hospital or cardiac office experience, and current BLS certification.