Heart Rhythm Monitoring Technician & Patient Educator

Trinity Health Corp.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a skilled Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring Technician to support the Heart Rhythm Center. You will manage external cardiac rhythm monitoring, assist with CIED follow-ups, and coordinate with vendors to ensure seamless patient care.

You will document patient data in the EMR, educate patients on remote monitoring, and handle equipment maintenance and scheduling. A strong attention to detail and teamwork within the Heart Rhythm Center are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic computer/keyboard skills required.
• Cardiac medical terminology knowledge within six months.
• Level I Cardiac Arrhythmia knowledge with recertification every two years.
• Proof of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between Heart Rhythm Center staff and Clinical Services for monitoring.
• Apply external cardiac rhythm monitoring equipment.
• Assist in establishing new CIED follow-up processes and transfer of remote services.
• Communicate with patients verbally and in writing.
• Coordinate with vendors and device industry representatives for support.
• Complete billing as needed.
• Document in EMR with rhythm data and reports for provider interpretation.
• Educate patients on monitoring, post-implant care, and remote monitoring.
• Educate staff on procedures and monitoring technology.
• Enter detailed data into EMR and device databases for tracking.
• Maintain CIED remote sites and update hardware/demographics.
• Track supplies and ensure device software is current.
• Identify arrhythmias and inform the appropriate clinical staff.
• Navigate secured external websites for enrollment and scheduling.
• Notify Heart Rhythm Center nurse of significant patient complaints.
• Order supplies for monitoring and arrhythmia care.
• Perform device interrogations and reset alerts as directed.
• Schedule follow-ups and testing across Practice Manager and vendor sites.
• Troubleshoot monitor performance or arrange replacements as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Cardiac terminology

Arrhythmia knowledge

Documentation in EMR

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a skilled Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring Technician to support the Heart Rhythm Center. You will manage external cardiac rhythm monitoring, assist with CIED follow-ups, and coordinate with vendors to ensure seamless patient care.

You will document patient data in the EMR, educate patients on remote monitoring, and handle equipment maintenance and scheduling. A strong attention to detail and teamwork within the Heart Rhythm Center are essential.