Advanced Cardiac Device Specialist (Full Time), Allegheny General Hospital

Job Title

Cardiac Device Specialist

Job Description

General Overview

Provides longitudinal care of patients who have an implanted rhythm management device. Is responsible to analyze and interrogate pacemakers, ICD's and implanted loop recorders across the cardiology practices. Supports the telemonitoring program by reviewing the transmitted data and maintaining the software application.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operates cardiac diagnostic equipment to provide cardiac diagnostic studies on devices.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge and understanding of cardiac device interrogation equipment.
• Analyzes and reprograms all cardiac devices with various programs based on findings under direction of physician.
• Performs independent quarterly transtelephonic device checks
• Performs all data entry and management through software application
• Maintains knowledge of advanced ECG interpretation.
• Prepares patient for all interrogation exams. Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient.
• Functions as a primary liaison between patients, staff and physician.
• Conducts family and patient education for pacemakers/ICD's.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications: Minimum

• Associates degree and three or more years related experience and training
• BLS certification with AED training
• ACLS certification within first year
• Certification with the International Board of Heart and Rhythm Examiners by the Heart Rhythm Society. Must be registered for exam as soon as test window opens not to exceed 24 months from date of hire
• 3 years experience in electrophysiology or equivalent device experience
• Advanced knowledge of cardiac rhythms and interpretation