Cardiac Device Specialist SE PRN Advocate Aurora Health - 3.6 Charlotte, NC Job Details Full-time $28.55 - $42.85 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Work from home Qualifications ACLS Certification Full Job Description

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Two years' experience or successful completion of a formalized arrhythmia training program preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or

REGISTRATION

ACLS required. BHRE Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Prioritizes communication and collaboration of patient care based on diagnostic evaluation of implantable devices and patient symptoms with mid-level practitioners, nurses, and physicians. 2. Demonstrates proficiency in operating multiple manufacturers programs and remote websites. Evaluates specific manufacturer's algorithms and device functionality. 3. Provides independent direct patient care by performing interrogations and reprogramming of pacemakers, defibrillators, implantable loop recorders and other devices. 4. Manages the device work queue to provide care for remote and on-site patients. 5. Develops and maintains a computer database of all pacemaker and defibrillator patients in the region to ensure appropriate management of all studies. 6. Conducts specialized ambulatory cardiac diagnostic studies. 7. Reviews and interprets applicable diagnostic information for all device alerts including echo results (ejection fractions, left atrial size, and valve abnormalities), anticoagulation status, and antiarrhythmic drug therapy. Provides MD with alerts. 8. Documents patient care and physician orders related to devices within WakeOne. 9. Communicates a teaching plan to the patient and family for each implantable device, would care, and remote monitoring. Communicates information and instructions between patient and EP physician. 10. Responsible for correct charge capture and review billing. 11. Educates and tracks patients involved in device recalls, assuring they receive the FDA and industry recommendation for care and follow-up. Coordinates care plan with Electrophysiologist. 12. Assists with clinical trials as requested and provide accurate documentation of device settings, specific tests, diagnostics, and any other information required for study protocols.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Good oral, written, listening and interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge of Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) vendors and devices Proficient computer skills and electronic management of medical records Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care Flexibility with work schedule, possible work from home to maintain scheduled patient follow-up during inclement weather Time management skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works with numerous computer systems to retrieve and report data Contact with patients who may be suffering or have serious heart conditions Possible exposure to infectious conditions, body fluids, illnesses, and cleaning chemicals Subject to highly stressful conditions and interruptions Subject to irregular hours Travel to all Wake Forest Baptist Health Cardiology EP locations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum