Pacemaker/ICD Technician (FGP)- Manhattan, Medicine-Cardio

NYU Grossman School of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,481 - 71,159; Full time

Job summary

A top-ranked medical school in New York is seeking a Pacemaker/ICD Technician to join their team. The role involves managing patients with cardiac devices, scheduling appointments, and conducting device interrogations under supervision. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited EKG school or a Cardiac Arrhythmia Technology Program, with effective communication skills. A competitive salary range of $70,481.60 - $71,159.70 annually is offered, along with other benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited EKG school or equivalent training.
• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule clinic and remote appointments.
• Interrogate and program pacemakers and ICD devices.
• Monitor websites for remote transmissions.

Skills

Interpreting cardiac arrhythmias

Effective communication

Education

Graduated from an accredited EKG school

Graduated from a Cardiac Arrhythmia Technology Program

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go to med.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pacemaker/ICD Technician (FGP)- Manhattan, Medicine-Cardio. In this role, the successful candidate Position Summary: The Cardiac Device Technician is responsible for assisting the Nurse Practitioners and Physicians in the management of all patients with implanted cardiac devices requiring cardiac device therapy. This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a remote monitoring program that includes scheduling, billing, downloading and analysis of clinical device transmissions. Typical duties will include clinical interrogation of pacemakers and Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD) devices, review of patient algorithms, and other clinical interrogation data and preparation of preliminary reports for physicians.

Job Responsibilities

• Scheduling of clinic and remote appointments.
• Sending follow up letter to patients regarding past appointments.
• Following the status of all device patients within the practice and also with the manufacturer.
• Holter Monitor set-up and reporting.
• Interrogation and programming of pacemakers and ICD devices under the direct supervision of physicians and nurse practitioners.
• Downloading and analysis of transmissions.
• Monitoring websites for remote transmissions and urgent alerts.
• Registering patients on vendor websites for remote monitoring systems.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited EKG school, Graduate of a Cardiac Arrhythmia Technology Program, or equivalent training/experience in interpreting cardiac arrhythmias.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Rhythm Analysis technician (CRAT) from CCI. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

EEO and Benefits

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $70,481.60 - $71,159.70 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.