Cardiac Device Specialist (CDS) - Bon Secours - Cardiology, St. Francis Medical Center

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Cardiac Device Specialist - Bon Secours - Cardiology, St. Francis Medical Center

Job Summary:

The Cardiac Device Specialist performs interrogation, testing, interpretation and programming of Pacemakers and Automatic Internal Cardioverter Defibrillators (AICD). This job uses software (patient electronic medical records and device database) to enter patient data and provide reports for the physicians and patients charts. Uses patient data to make recommendations regarding optimal programming for the patient.   

Essential Functions:

• Interrogates devices (pacemakers, AICD automated internal cardioverter defibrillators, etc.) and interprets devices for basic threshold and intracardiac measurements and makes necessary program changes under the direction of the Electrophysiologist. 
• Manages remote device follow up and schedules follow up appointments with patients as appropriate based on the data interpretation. 
• Manages the device database by entering interrogation data.  Schedules follow up appointments with patients as appropriate based on the data interpretation. 
• Completes the charge capture process in the electronic medical record for all patients seen in the device clinic and/or captured by remote device follow-ups. 
• Examines wounds post-device implant on initial visit of all post-op patients to ensure the incision is healing appropriately and communicates issues or problems with the Electrophysiologist. 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Education:

• High School Diploma (required) 
• Associate’s degree (preferred)  

Required Licensing & Certifications:

None

Experience:

• 1 year of experience in cardiac device management (required) 

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team 
• Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team 
• Identification of ECG rhythms and monitor rhythms from multiple vendors 
• Interrogate pacemakers and defibrillators 
• Notify physician of critical finding 
• Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care) 

Training:

• Basic EKG training (required)  
• Pacemaker, Tachycardia, Bradycardia, and Device Interpretation training (preferred) 

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.