Cardiac Device Specialist
Campus - OSU-Center for Health Sciences
Contact Name & Email - Jeff Kellerman, jeff.kellerman@okstate.edu
Work Schedule - Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Appointment Length - Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range - Commensurate with education and experience
Priority Application Date - Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Vocational/Technical Cardiac Device Specialist
• This position requires experience in interrogation, interpretation, and programing CIEDs (Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices) including Pacemakers, Cardiac Defibrillators, and Implanted Loop Recorders.
• Experience with analysis of Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Medtronic remote device transmissions.
• Ambulatory cardiac monitoring (MCOT, Holter) and all related EKG services.

SKILLS, PROFICIENCIES, AND/OR KNOWLEDGE:

• Computer/typing skills and proficiency in Electronic Medical Records software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and other programs
• Possess strong cardiac device knowledge and cardiac rhythm interpretation.
• Able to create device transmission reports that capture all relevant data.
• Experience with interrogation, interpretation, and programming of Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Medtronic CIEDs.
• Experience with analysis of Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Medtronic remote device transmissions.
• Strong patient education skills
• Capable of working independently and demonstrating self-motivation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and documentation skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prefer two (2) years of experience in CIED interrogation, Interpretation, and programming
• Prefer two (2) years of CIED remote monitoring experience
• Prefer one (1) year of ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring experience (MCOT, Holter).

• Coordinates daily functions of the cardiac device clinic.
• Performs CIED interrogations on patients and reprograms devices, as needed.
• Educates patients and provides follow-up reminders on device checks according to established protocols.
• Collaborates with physicians and or Mid-level providers regarding the device status as it affects the total treatment plan.
• Maintains necessary records and documentation in patients’ EMR.
• Performs device clinic duties, utilizing specific knowledge in applying event monitors /MCOT/ Holter monitors.
• Completes appropriate steps to order event/Holter/MCOT monitors in EMR system.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of monitoring options for physicians.
• Compose reports and tasks to physicians or mid-level provider for review in EMR.
• Submits charges for billing.
• Schedules appointments for device patients and corresponds with patients regarding any missed appointments or other matters.
• Demonstrates positive and competent customer service through effective patient education and care.
• Documents all patient contact in EMR.
• Ensures patient confidentiality.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by supervisor based on demonstrated competency.