Cardiac Device Specialist

Summary Provides direct support for patients with cardiac rhythm disturbance, abnormalities, and implantable cardiac rhythm management devices. Collaborates with cardiologist or electrophysiologist on the device in the patient’s total treatment plan. Performs the technical component of remote cardiac device monitoring. Job Duties Analyzes data from a wide variety of cardiac devices identifying arrhythmias as well as pacing, sensing, or other device abnormalities in addition to evaluating appropriate or inappropriate device interventions for arrhythmias. Reprograms devices as directed by physician to achieve optimal pacemaker performance. Provides full diagnostic reports from external monitoring and device checks to allow for adequate provider follow-up and/or adjustment. Coordinates daily function of the pacemaker or defibrillator clinic(s). Manages patient enrollment, equipment requests, alert management, and patient education. Performs device checks on patients, either in the office or trans-telephonically. Troubleshoots missed transmissions including basic identification of poor monitor connectivity or other remote monitoring malfunctions and immediate contact of no-show patients to ensure rescheduling. Uses clinical judgment to prioritize device alerts and abnormal transmissions per established policies and protocols and notifies physician or non-physician practitioners of urgent issues requiring further attention. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Cardiovascular, Life Science, or other related field. 3 years experience working with cardiac devices. Ability to interpret arrhythmias from both intracardiac and surface electrograms and identify normal vs. abnormal device function. Ability to troubleshoot basic, intermediate, and advanced device issues. Ability to perform device interrogations, pacemaker telephone checks, and remote device transmissions. Must demonstrate triage skills in evaluating reports and communicating by ensuing effective, efficient, and safe patient care. Knowledge of cardiac rhythm management, cardiac devices, and cardiovascular physiology. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of dysrhythmias. American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician CCI - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RCES - Reg Cardiac Electrophysiology Spec CCI - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. Frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Work Shift Day Shift Schedule Mon-Fri / 8am-4:30pm Location 2649 Schoenersville Rd, Medical Offices at Muhlenburg Hospital Position Type Onsite Union Not Applicable Department 1012-70105 LVPG-L Cardiology - Muhlenburg Equal Employment Opportunity Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr