Cardiac Device Specialist - Georgia Heart Institute GHI - Electrophysiology - FT Days

Northeast Georgia Health System•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

The Cardiac Device Specialist performs interrogations, interpretations, and programming of pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), and implantable loop recorders. The role includes entering patient data and preparing reports for electrophysiology physicians and patient medical records. The specialist may also participate in clinical research as needed. Under the supervision of an EP Physician, the specialist evaluates and manages patients’ cardiac devices, including remote monitoring, device interrogations, reprogramming, and patient education. The position coordinates Device Clinic operations with other departments, maintains device equipment and supplies, supports quality and regulatory compliance, assists with research, and contributes to staff orientation, training, and performance improvement. Wound assessment after device implantation is identified as an RN-only task.

Requirements

BLS Certification.
High school diploma.
A minimum of 1–2 years of EP clinical experience as a Cardiac Device Specialist or Device Monitor Technician.
Specific knowledge of cardiac devices, including pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs).
Ability to recognize complex arrhythmias.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Moderate to advanced computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) certification from the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE).
A minimum of two years of on-the-job training and demonstrated proficiency in Cardiac Device Management may substitute for the formal education training program.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients’ cardiac devices under the supervision of an EP Physician, including remote monitoring, interrogations, reprogramming, and patient education.
Enter patient data and provide reports for EP Physicians and patient medical records.
Coordinate Device Clinic activities with Nursing, Billing, Accounting, and other operational areas.
Ensure device equipment is maintained, updated, and functioning according to manufacturer specifications; maintain appropriate supply levels and report concerns or needs to the Device Clinic Coordinator.
Assess post-implant wounds to ensure appropriate incision healing (RN-only task).
Evaluate service quality and participate in care coordination to support communication among caregivers, patients, referral sources, and payers.
Discuss operational issues and review records and documentation for regulatory and in-house compliance.
Assist with Device Clinic research as needed.
Serve as a preceptor to new staff-level personnel and participate in staff orientation and training.
Participate in performance improvement activities and maintain clinical knowledge through internal and external training programs.
Provide interpretation of knowledge and direction to clinical staff.