What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Device Technician position at AdventHealth Medical Group East FL?
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
- Career Development
- Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: M-F Days
The role you’ll contribute: Cardiac Device Technician
We are searching for an experienced Cardiac Device Technician that will produce pacemaker/AICD recordings, checks battery life, settings, sensitivity, magnate/non-magnate heart rate, ERI and leads by performing the following duties.
Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities :
- Performs ECG analysis with and without magnet application (pacemaker only).
- Performs interrogation of the patient's device with the programmer that is appropriate for their device, printing out and reviewing data such as parameter, battery and lead status, and heart rate histograms.
- Performs output threshold testing of the pacemaker lead(s) to determine optimal settings for the device.
- Determines underlying rhythm and sensing function, if requested. Verifies final parameters and changes, referring results to be review by a Cardiologist; Refers the patient to a nurse or Cardiologist for a physical assessment and for any changes in the patient's condition or worsening of symptoms or arrhythmias.
- Consults technical support specialist of the company that has manufactured the pacemaker or defibrillator for a detailed review of the findings and for assistance with advanced programming details. Examines the trans-telephonic results comparing them to known indicators of proper functioning and sub clinical failure and refer the findings to the Cardiologist. After analysis of trans-telephonic results, instructs the patient to report back to Cardiologist for a more detailed follow-up.
- Maintains a database through the designated Computer System for patient recalls and follow-up and will provide booklets for patient education. Notes any device and lead alerts that that are received form any manufacturer and notifies any patients who are affected by such alerts as prescribed by the Alert notice. Assists the Device Tracking Divisions of the various manufacturers to maintain their database with current patient information.
- Relays information on advances and changes in pacemaker defibrillation technology to colleagues in the Department. Keeps up to date on technical advances by attending seminars that provide CEUs. Orders specialized paper for individual programmer and patient education materials.
- Always maintains complete and up-to-date documentation and files including product and service quotes.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High school diploma
- Advanced ECG knowledge through direct work experience or course completion
- Direct patient care experience in a Cardiology setting, 1 – 3 years
- Certified Medical Assistant or LPN OR
- Certified Cardiograph Technician (CCT) OR
- Certified EKG Technician (CET)
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Physician Services
Organization: AdventHealth Medical Group East FL
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 25013161
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
