Field Patient Specialist – Wearable Cardiac Tech

Kestra Medical Technologies Inc. - Contractors; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Kestra Medical Technologies Inc. - Contractors seeks a Patient Specialist in Detroit, MI to fit and train patients with wearable defibrillators. This 1099 contractor role offers per‑diem on‑call assignments and travel to hospitals and patients’ homes for fittings.

The position requires healthcare experience, credentialing ability, background checks, and HIPAA‑related training. You will coordinate with prescribers and caregivers and maintain kit inventory, while upholding patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 1 year of paid patient care experience.
• Clinical or engineering background.
• Disclosure of personal NPI number, if applicable.
• Completion of background checks including level 2 where required.
• Ability to pay vendor credentialing upfront during a probation period.
• Experience educating patients or clinicians.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel in the field around Detroit and nearby areas.
• Credentialing for hospital system entry.
• Documentation of vaccination status.
• Pass drug screening.
• Complete HIPAA, Bloodborne Pathogens and Electrical/Fire Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Fit and train local patients with a wearable defibrillator.
• Provide instruction and build confidence with Assure patients.
• Contact prescribers, caregivers and patients to schedule services.
• Accommodate daytime, evening, and weekend assignments.
• Travel to hospitals and patient homes to provide fittings.
• Manage inventory of system kits and garments.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical background

NPI disclosure

Background checks

Credentialing

Education experience

Driver's license

Field travel

Hospital credentialing

Vaccination status

Drug screening

HIPAA training

Safety training

Job description

Kestra Medical Technologies Inc. - Contractors seeks a Patient Specialist in Detroit, MI to fit and train patients with wearable defibrillators. This 1099 contractor role offers per‑diem on‑call assignments and travel to hospitals and patients’ homes for fittings.

The position requires healthcare experience, credentialing ability, background checks, and HIPAA‑related training. You will coordinate with prescribers and caregivers and maintain kit inventory, while upholding patient confidentiality.