Cardiac Device Technician

Legacy Health • Portland, OR

14h • $33 - $47

About The Position

The Cardiac Device Technician works in the cardiopulmonary services department, supporting patients who use cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs). With physician oversight, the technician independently manages the technical aspects of implanted pacemaker and ICD devices and coordinates patient care with physicians and other device team members. The role includes basic device interrogation, programming adjustments according to protocol or a specific order, troubleshooting device issues at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, and device clinic triage. The technician also instructs and educates patients about their devices and remote monitoring.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least six months of training in pacemaker technology, including training in device classes from all companies at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels.
• Additional device-clinic training with a supervisor and device company representatives over 6–12 months.
• At least five years of experience in cardiology in a clinic or hospital setting, or as a device industry representative.
• Extensive knowledge of implantable cardiac pacemaker and ICD devices.
• Current Basic Life Support certification for healthcare providers.
• Ability to communicate appropriately and use good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to participate as a team member and be accountable for own work responsibilities.
• Ability to develop strong and credible relationships with medical and non-medical staff and peers.
• Ability to exercise initiative, problem-solving, decision-making, and multitasking.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Take responsibility for own actions and seek and acquire sufficient information to function effectively.
• Understand regulations applicable to certification and licensing.
• Ability to prioritize workload and use slow periods productively.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• CCDS certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical aspects of implanted cardiac pacemaker and ICD devices with physician oversight.
• Manage device patients and their care by implementing treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other device team members.
• Perform basic device interrogation and programming adjustments according to protocol or a specific order.
• Troubleshoot basic, intermediate, and advanced device issues.
• Perform device clinic triage, including patient instruction and education about devices and remote monitoring.
• Maintain continuing education to stay current with device technology and advancements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED