Cardiac Device Technician / Device Clinic

Description JOB DESCRIPTION: An allied healthcare professional who is proficient in the outpatient and inpatient setting and, under the direction of an RN or Arrhythmia Device Engineer, is able to analyze and reprogram various brands of implantable pacemakers and defibrillators. Must be able to adjust cardiac implantable device settings safely and efficiently to evaluate for underlying heart rhythms and device function to improve and maintain the proper function of the cardiac device. After an initial preceptorship in clinic, the Device Technician is expected to progress to troubleshooting device issues for hospitalized in-patients, including independent MRI and perioperative device management. Increased understanding and application of the technical aspects of cardiac device function to specific patient care is expected, which includes identifying arrhythmias, assessing symptoms, reviewing patients medical history and medications, and effectively reporting findings from the cardiac device to the physician and/or pertinent allied healthcare professionals. Also, the candidate should be able to communicate with patients and vendors to assist enrolling, troubleshooting and ordering equipment to ensure remote connectivity and continuity of care. Responsibilities Analyze and reprogram implantable pacemakers and defibrillators across brands in outpatient and inpatient settings under supervision. Adjust cardiac implantable device settings safely to evaluate rhythms and device function. Progress from clinic preceptorship to troubleshooting device issues for hospitalized patients, including MRI and perioperative device management. Identify arrhythmias, assess symptoms, review medical history and medications, and report findings to physicians and allied staff. Communicate with patients and vendors to enroll, troubleshoot, and order equipment to ensure remote connectivity and continuity of care. Minimum Qualifications High school degree or equivalent required with successful completion of a nursing tech or cardiovascular technologist program. College degree preferred. Successful completion of a full Cardiac Device Educational Program (such as Arrhythmia Technologies Institute or PrepMD) OR 2 years of patient care experience with exposure to implantable cardiac devices and their programming and complex arrhythmia recognition is required. Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering may be considered in lieu of Cardiac Device Educational training or clinical experience. Physical Requirements (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the workday; 20-35 lbs, 34-66%; (frequently) 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday. Lifting up to 75 lbs; carrying objects up to 35 lbs. Occasional to frequent standing & walking; occasional sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Environmental Factors Exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, and various environmental conditions. Radiation, shift work, travel may be required; use of personal protective equipment including respirators; indoor/outdoor conditions vary by task. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emory Healthcare