Experienced with cardiac device management and patient care. Utilizes technical expertise to optimize device performance and improve patient outcomes. Knowledge of device troubleshooting and compliance with medical standards.
● Does full evaluation and assessment of patients with pacemakers, ICD’s, CRT devices and ILR’s; Reprograms devices as required.
● Enrolls, interrogates, and programs patients with cardiac devices and recognizes abnormalities, malfunctions, and alert indicators.
● Assists in scheduling patients for follow up, remote monitoring, or replacement as indicated.
● Coordinates and prioritizes with other members of the healthcare team to respond to patients, plan, and initiate timely and efficient care.
● Educates patients and families regarding device function and remote and/or clinic follow up scheduling.
● Ensures timely and proper documentation and billing.
● Participates in the device recall team if necessary.
● Supports all aspects of documentation in the electronic CIED reporting system and the Electronic Medical Record
-Experience with analysis of Abbott, Boston Scientific, Biotronik and Medtronic devices
-Performs device interrogation, interpretation,and reprograms cardiac devices using established protocols set by physicians, working independently
-Enter data into the electronic medical record and manage remote monitoring
-Patient care skills,including empathy, reliability, and professionalism
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills
-Critical thinking skills
-Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation
-Understanding of HIPAA regulations
-Attention to detail