The Cardiac Device Technician completes device analysis and rhythm interpretation remotely. The Cardiac Device Technician communicates and reviews all pertinent device and rhythm findings with the physician and performs appropriate follow up measures under general supervision of RN and/or physician.
Essential Job Functions:
Arranges for services, at direction of physician or RN, for patient with implantable cardiac device who needs ongoing monitoring.
Provides patient with remote monitoring device if applicable, educates patient on the use of the device and schedule of their transmissions.
Tracks patterns to ascertain any deviations over time. Compiles data into reports for physician on specified schedule. Consults regularly with physician on patient status and outcomes and documents outcomes in patient record.
Ensures charges are accurately captured for device interrogation and performs other clerical functions necessary for patient continuity of care.
Collaborates with Cardiac Device Nurses regarding device status and accurately documents device analysis in EMR for review.
Schedules patients for device appointment follow up in EMR and remote website including immediate/urgent contact with "no show" patients to ensure they are rescheduled.
Ensures programming rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies.
Troubleshoots critical device issues and takes immediate steps towards resolution.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Certification:
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) | Cardiovascular Credentialing International | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) | Cardiovascular Credentialing International | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Registered Nurse | North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Registered Nurse | Minnesota Board of Nursing | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 2 Months of Start Date | Learning Management System
Notes:
Must be licensed as a RN or registered as a RCIS or RCES.
Education:
• Required: Associates - Related Field • Preferred: Associates - Science
Work Experience:
• Preferred: A minimum of 2 years Related Experience
• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds) • Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds) • Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds) • Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions:
• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%) • Outdoor: Not Applicable • Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable
Driving Requirement Definitions:
Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
