Cardiac Device Specialist - Carolina Arrhythmia
Cardiac Device Specialist - Carolina Arrhythmia
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Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)Address:
Schedule: MondayFriday; 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Reports to:
# of Direct Reports:
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Cardiac Device Specialist performs interrogation testing interpretation and programming of Pacemakers and Automatic Internal Cardioverter Defibrillators (AICD). This job uses software (patient electronic medical records and device database) to enter patient data and provide reports for the physicians and patients charts. Uses patient data to make recommendations regarding optimal programming for the patient.
Essential Job Functions
- Interrogates devices (pacemakers AICD automated internal cardioverter defibrillators etc. and interprets devices for basic threshold and intracardiac measurements and makes necessary program changes under the direction of the Electrophysiologist.
- Manages remote device follow up and schedules follow up appointments with patients as appropriate based on the data interpretation.
- Manages the device database by entering interrogation data. Schedules follow up appointments with patients as appropriate based on the data interpretation.
- Completes the charge capture process in the electronic medical record for all patients seen in the device clinic and/or captured by remote device followups.
- Examines wounds postdevice implant on initial visit of all postop patients to ensure the incision is healing appropriately and communicates issues or problems with the Electrophysiologist.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
None
Education
High School Diploma (required)
Associates degree (preferred)
Work Experience
2 years of experience in cardiac device management (required)
Training
Basic EKG training (required)
Pacemaker Tachycardia Bradycardia and Device Interpretation training
(preferred)
Language
None
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also select the age of the patient population served:
XDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
XDemonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates 04 weeks)
Infant 112 months)
Pediatrics 112 years)
XAdolescents 1317 years)
XAdults 1864 years)
XGeriatrics 65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work. Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role.
XPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Longdistance or air travel as needed not to exceed 10 travel.
XGeneral office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
XMay be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
XMay be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
XMay have periods of constant interruptions.
XRequired to car travel to offsite locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Other:
Not applicable to this position
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
This section addresses the physical demands and work position of the associate in the role. Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirements for each physical demand and work position below.
Physical Demands
Frequency 0 133 3466 67100
Lifting/ Carrying 050 lbs. X
Lifting/ Carrying 50100 lbs. X
Push/ Pull 050 lbs.X
Push/ Pull 50100 lbs.X
Stoop KneelX
CrawlingX
ClimbingX
BalanceX
BendingX
Work Position
Frequency 0 133 3466 67100
Sitting X
WalkingX
StandingX
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
This section addresses the additional physical requirements/hazards on the associate in the role. Please identify ALL additional physical requirements/hazards.
Physical Requirements
X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
X Perform shift work
X Maneuver weight of patients
X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
X Reach above shoulder
X Repetitive arm/hand movements
X Finger Dexterity
X Color Vision
X Acuity far
X Acuity near
Not applicable to this position
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Other:
X Not applicable to this position
Skills
- Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team
- Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team
- Identification of ECG rhythms and monitor rhythms from multiple vendors
- Interrogate pacemakers and defibrillators
- Notify physician of critical finding
- Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls skin breakdown suicide prevention environment of care)
- Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmissionbased precautions
- Ability to work in a team
- Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs intake/output change in patient condition)
- Use of clinical technology
- Compassionate relationshipbased approach in care activities
- Accountability for completion of assigned tasks
- Escalation of concerns via chain of command
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Carolina Arrhythmia RSFPP Specialty CareIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
