Cardiac Device Technician at St. David's Cardiology

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Cardiac Device Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Cardiology which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's Cardiology, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Cardiac Device Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provide thorough, proficient pacemaker and AICD interrogation and re-programming to cardiac device patients in person, remotely, and/or via phone transmission. Responsible for initial device analysis, preliminary report generation, and alerting physician or non-physician practitioner to urgent issues requiring further attention.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Interrogate, interpret, and re-program cardiac devices with minimal physician supervision.
2. Trouble shoot critical device issues and take immediate steps toward resolution.
3. Collaborate with physicians regarding device status and accurately document device analysis in EMR for review.
4. Educate patients on all aspects of their device including remote monitoring and follow-up protocol.
5. Ensure charges are accurately captured for device interrogation.
6. Schedule patients for device appointment follow up in EMR and remote website. Immediately contact “no show” patients to ensure they are re-scheduled.
7. Assist EP nurses and non-physician practitioners in the delivery of patient teaching.
8. Consistently travel to regional offices for assigned device clinics.

OTHER DUTIES

1. Participate in positive, proactive inter- and intra-departmental communication. Promote a healthy clinical environment and good working relationships. 2. Serve as resource to physicians and other practice employees regarding device patients and services. 3. Keep equipment in good working condition and notify appropriate personnel of problem areas or safety issues. Aug-13 4. Ensure programming rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies. 5. Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.

Qualifications:

Minimum of five years experience analyzing and reprogramming cardiac pacemaker and AICDs (Biotronik, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, and St. Jude) OR cardiac device technology certification from a recognized device training school. Experience reviewing and managing remote device transmissions (Carelink, Latitude, and Merlin). Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Current BLS certification preferred.

Physician Services

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cardiac Device Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.