Device Technician - Full-time, Dayshift

Adventist Health; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Washougal is seeking an experienced practice technical clinician to manage implanted cardiac pacemaker and ICD devices. You will perform device interrogations, troubleshoot programming, and coordinate care with physicians and device-team members in a clinical setting.

This role requires strong independent judgment, meticulous documentation, and the ability to mentor staff while maintaining regulatory compliance and patient education, including remote monitoring and triage duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination preferred.
• Cardiovascular experience preferred.
• Training in pacemaker and device technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients clinically for device/rhythm issues and performs basic device interrogations and adjustments.
• Interprets device data and collaborates with physicians to address sub-optimal programming and arrhythmias.
• Communicates findings to the healthcare team and supports process improvements.
• Works under minimal supervision, ensuring accurate billing and scheduling for device services.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Pacemaker programming

ICD testing

Remote monitoring

Clinical assessment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's/Technical Degree (preferred)

Tools

Pacemaker/ICD programming equipment

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Job Summary

Maintains performance responsibility as an experienced/skilled practice technical clinician. Performs independently, with physician oversight, in the technical management of implanted cardiac pacemaker and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) devices. Manages device patients and care implementing treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other device team members. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision-making skills.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Cardiovascular experience: Preferred
• Training in pacemaker and device technology: Preferred

Essential Functions

• Assesses patients clinically for device/rhythm issues. Performs basic interrogation and adjustments to programming as per protocol, or specific order. Troubleshoots basic, intermediate and advanced device issues. Performs device clinic triage including patient instruction and education regarding device, and remote monitoring. Works on problems of diverse scope and complexity. Assists with regulatory compliance.
• Assesses device (pacemaker or ICD) fuller (either in person or remotely) with full interrogation and identification of sub-optimal programming, abnormal findings and/or arrhythmias. Assists clinical staff and department or unit management in determining methods and procedures for new tasks. Exercises independent judgment on moderately complex cases. Collaborates with team to ensure patient issues are addressed.
• Interprets patient's condition and abnormal technical/clinical findings and communicates in a timely manner to physician and/or appropriate healthcare team. Assists in making recommendations on process improvement or development of new clinical services. Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise.
• Works under minimal supervision, uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors. Assures accuracy in billing and scheduling for all device services. Mentors and trains staff on technical skills.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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Location/Region: Washougal, WA (98671)