Wearable Cardiac Device Fitting Specialist

Kestra Medical Technologies Inc.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kestra Medical Technologies, Inc. in Columbus, GA is seeking an ASSURE Patient Specialist to fit and train patients with a wearable defibrillator in collaboration with Regional Clinical Advisors.

This is a paid per-fitting contractor role requiring certification as an ASSURE Patient Specialist and travel to hospitals or patients’ homes. The position involves coordinating with prescribers, caregivers, and patients, scheduling services, and maintaining inventory while upholding strict

Qualifications

• 1 year in a paid patient care experience (not as a family care giver)
• Clinical or engineering background which may include but is not limited to nurses, cardiac device sales representatives, clinical engineers, catheterization lab technicians, physician assistants, or ECG technicians.
• Disclosure of personal NPI number (if applicable)
• Completion of background check. Florida and Ohio must complete a level 2 screening paid for by Kestra.
• Ability to pay for vendor credentialing upfront during a 90-day probationary period
• Experience in patient and/or clinician education
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence with a good driving record
• Ability to consistently work in the field in and around the region. Disclosures are required for any potential relationships and referral sources
• Must be able to achieve credentialing for hospital system entry including, but not limited to:
• Documentation of vaccination and immunization status
• Pass background check
• Pass drug screening testing
• Review and agree to hospital policies and procedures
• Completion of online courses, i.e., HIPAA, Bloodborne Pathogens and Electrical/Fire Safety

Responsibilities

• Fit and train local patients with a wearable defibrillator via training assignments dispatched from corporate headquarters
• Be trained and Certified as an ASSURE Patient Specialist by Kestra
• Provide instruction and instill confidence in Assure patients
• Contact prescribers, caregivers and patients to schedule services
• Accept assignments including daytime, evening, and weekend hours
• Travel to hospitals, patient homes and other facilities to provide fitting services
• Measure patients to determine garment size
• Review and transmit essential paperwork to receive the Assure garment and services
• Manage inventory of kits, garments, and electronic equipment used in fittings
• Adhere to Pledge of Confidentiality
• Follow hospital policies and procedures and maintain patient confidentiality

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Education

Clinical or engineering background

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Teams

Job description

Kestra Medical Technologies, Inc. in Columbus, GA is seeking an ASSURE Patient Specialist to fit and train patients with a wearable defibrillator in collaboration with Regional Clinical Advisors.

This is a paid per-fitting contractor role requiring certification as an ASSURE Patient Specialist and travel to hospitals or patients’ homes. The position involves coordinating with prescribers, caregivers, and patients, scheduling services, and maintaining inventory while upholding strict