What are the responsibilities and job description for the Device Coordinator Cardiac Arrhythm (RN) position at medstar?
Position Overview
Coordinates the operations of the MHVI Arrhythmia Device Clinic at a local and regional level. Supervises clinical support staff. Coordinates and assists in departmental daily operations and the delivery of treatment. Develops protocols, standards of practice, and educational programs for patients and staff. Manages and maintains device database
Unit Highlights
Our
dynamic Electrophysiology Lab team is made up of Registered Nurses,
Cardiovascular Technologist and support staff, to include MOAs and PCT’s, that
work in a dynamic and innovative environment for a unique patient
population! Our focus is patient safety while utilizing cutting edge
technology and research that supports the treatment and wellness of our
patients! A few of these procedures included the following: Loop
Recorders, Electrophysiology Studies, Pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter
Defibrillator (ICD), Atrial Fibrillation Ablations, Aflutter Ablations, SVT
& VT Ablations, Cryo, and Watchman.
Key Responsibilities
Oversees and directs activities of assigned personnel. Makes recommendations regarding hiring, salary adjustments, disciplinary actions and if necessary, terminations.
Develops and maintains standards of care for patients with Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIED).
Updates, maintains and manages patient device database using current and appropriate software. Utilizes database for efficient electronic record keeping, FDA compliance, and workflow / clinic resource requirements.
Coordinates the day-to-day patient flow in the Arrhythmia Center Device Clinic. Adjusts schedules/patient appointments to meet changing priorities due to severity of patients’ needs. Works with physicians and staff to minimize patient wait. * Identifies any problems and recommends corrective action. Evaluates patients' complaints and symptoms and consults physicians for appropriate intervention when situation is warranted
Coordinates patient throughput within the Device Clinic.
Oversees patient billing, scheduling, and report generation for pacemaker / defibrillator clinic in a timely manner. Determines best billing practices for the device clinic.
Why Join Us
Work with a highly skilled, motivated, and committed team
of professionals dedicated to excellence.
Embrace a patient-centered approach and engage in
multi-disciplinary collaboration.
Competitive Comprehensive Benefit Plan.
Operating Hours: Monday- Friday with No
Weekends/No Holidays
Come join our team as we grow and continue to provide care for a unique and
diverse population that requires the specialized care of a dedicated
Electrophysiology team.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Nursing Required
Bachelor’s degree Required
3 or more years of progressively responsible job related experience. Required
Active DC RN License
International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) certification within 2 years Preferred
