Per diem Pacemaker Tech

Mass General Brigham•Newton, MA

1d•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Responsible for specializing in the implantation and management of pacemakers. -Prepare patients for pacemaker implantation by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have. -Assist the physician during the pacemaker implantation procedure. -Program the pacemaker and adjusting its settings as needed. -Monitor patients after pacemaker implantation to ensure that the device is functioning properly and that the patient is not experiencing any complications. -Educate patients on the proper care and maintenance of their pacemakers. -Troubleshoot and repair pacemakers as needed. -Maintain accurate and detailed records of each patient's pacemaker implantation and management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
Completion of a Pacemaker Technician training program or equivalent work experience.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart and cardiovascular system.
Knowledge of pacemaker equipment and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of medical terminology and computer systems used for medical record keeping.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for pacemaker implantation by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have.
Assist the physician during the pacemaker implantation procedure.
Program the pacemaker and adjusting its settings as needed.
Monitor patients after pacemaker implantation to ensure that the device is functioning properly and that the patient is not experiencing any complications.
Educate patients on the proper care and maintenance of their pacemakers.
Troubleshoot and repair pacemakers as needed.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of each patient's pacemaker implantation and management.