Cardiac Device Specialist

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Responsibilities Maintains a wound and device check clinic schedule each week. Operates sophisticated computerized data acquisition and device interrogation equipment. Programs implantable cardiac devices to maintain appropriate heart rhythm and therapy, under the direction of a physician or by approved protocol. Evaluates and interprets heart rhythms in order to recommend and perform adjustments on implantable devices according to standard follow-up recommendations. Reprograms cardiac devices and defibrillators as appropriate for diagnostics and other procedures. Maintains a database of all patients with implantable devices. Answers patient calls and questions regarding rhythm-related concerns. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Ability to travel with provider teams to outreach locations on occasion, potentially requiring overnight stays. Ability to carry a pager to answer all inpatient and outpatient cardiac device calls. Ability to self‑direct and be task oriented. Demonstrated human relation and effective communications skills. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology. Demonstrated knowledge of pacemakers, ICD, ECG and other areas of cardiology. Ability to work independently and continually stay up to date on related, new technology. Qualifications Associate's degree in a related field, or the equivalency. Licenses Required Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department. Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years of EKG or heart rhythm interpretation experience. Completion of a Cardiac Device Technology Program. Working Conditions and Physical Demands This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Physical Requirements Carrying, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. EEO Statement University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. 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