Cardiac Device Technician- Cardiology

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

Under the limited supervision of the Director of Cardiac Device Clinic, the cardiac technologist assists with developing and operating the Cardiac Device Clinic. The role provides cardiac-device technical support to Cardiology Department staff and coordinates with other hospitals and clinics to ensure accurate, timely services. The technician conducts device analysis in laboratory, pre-discharge, and ambulatory clinic settings, including assessing pacemaker and ICD function, ECG and EGM recordings, battery life, programmed settings, and implanted leads. The role also provides patient education for in-clinic remote monitoring and educates staff about implanted cardiac devices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited school, and/or completion of a cardiac device education program, and/or two years of patient-care experience that includes exposure to implanted cardiac devices and two years of recent complex arrhythmia recognition. Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may substitute for college education on a year-for-year basis.
Two years of experience as a cardiology technician or in similar work demonstrating proficient cardiac rhythm interpretation and remote defibrillator and pacemaker monitoring; an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may substitute.
Basic Life Support certification.
ACLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of cardiology medical terminology and procedures, anatomy and disease processes, cardiac medications and their relationship to device therapy, diagnostic EKG equipment and protocols, and patient-care policies and procedures.
Knowledge of single- and dual-chamber pacemakers, ICDs, and CRTs, including timing cycles, upper-rate behavior, rate-response sensors, and special functions.
Ability to conduct CPR and perform EKG and exercise treadmill testing procedures.
Ability to perform thorough pacemaker and ICD interrogations and critically analyze ECGs, atrial and ventricular EGMs, stored ICD data, therapy appropriateness, and device troubleshooting issues.
Ability to observe patients and take appropriate action, analyze safety issues, and prepare recommendations.
Ability to operate a personal computer using a variety of software applications.
Strong oral and written communication skills for interacting with patients and families, and knowledge of customer service practices.
Understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology, advanced electrocardiography, cardiac pharmacology, physics, medical electronics and instrumentation, electrophysiology, arrhythmia analysis and management, and cardiac-device procedures and therapy.
Knowledge of ACC/AHA/HRS guidelines for pacemaker, resynchronization, and antiarrhythmic device implantation.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency using Abbott (formerly St. Jude), Boston Scientific, Medtronic, and Biotronik programmers.
Proficiency using remote-monitoring websites or platforms for remote device follow-up.

Responsibilities

Perform in-office pacemaker and AICD checks every three to six months, or more frequently as indicated by battery life and provider orders, using manufacturer-specific programmers.
Test device operating parameters, battery life, lead impedance, sensitivity, capture thresholds, underlying rhythm, morphology templates, thoracic impedance trends, and programming settings.
Adjust pacemaker or AICD settings at the direction of a cardiologist or nurse practitioner to enhance device performance.
Monitor pacemaker and AICD recordings for abnormal patterns and battery status, including BOL, ERI, and EOL.
Enter information into the computer or programmer, maintain patient and office records, print reports, and file reports in patient charts.
Analyze device-based ECG and EGM recordings, battery longevity, programmed settings, and implanted pacemaker and ICD leads.
Edit and forward final test results to the attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
Forward abnormal findings directly to a physician or nurse according to policy and procedure.
Schedule remote and in-clinic Cardiac Device Clinic checks according to provider orders.
Provide quarterly productivity reports to the Director of Cardiac Device Clinic.
Keep Cardiac Device Clinic software and hardware up to date; replenish programmer paper and ink and report equipment malfunctions.
Provide patient education for in-clinic remote monitoring and educate staff on implanted cardiac device concepts.
Maintain compliance with OSHA policy by ensuring yearly PPD recording.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, with more than 20 plans and tiers.
Cost-share dental and vision insurance.
Discounted pet insurance.
Retirement contributions through a 403(b) with pre-tax or Roth options.
401(a) retirement plan with matching contributions of up to 5% of eligible pay after one year of employment and possible annual discretionary employer contributions of up to 3%.
Paid time off starting immediately, with accruals increasing based on years of service.
Eleven paid holidays.
Paid parental leave, with eligibility after six months of employment, including miscarriage or stillbirth leave.
Basic short- and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance premiums covered by ANTHC, with additional voluntary coverage options.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Ancillary cash benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
On-site child care facility.
Employee Assistance Program, including grief support, financial counseling, mental and emotional health support, and discounted legal advice.
Tuition discounts at Alaska Pacific University for employees and eligible dependents.
On-site training courses and professional development opportunities.
License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
Emergency travel assistance.
Education assistance or education leave eligibility.
Discounts for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.