Cardiac Device Technician - Countryside Cardiology

Where Expertise Meets Compassionate Care

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy thats built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Cardiac Device Technician who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. BayCares top priority is the health and well-being of our communities as Tampa Bays leading multi-specialty group with more than 600 providers practicing 45 specialties in over 175 outpatient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and west central Florida regions.

Job Details

• Full Time
• Shift: Days
• Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• May Vary
• Location: Safety Harbor, FL
• Weekend Work: None
• On Call: No
• Always in person

Unlock Your Career Potential

Join our Medical Group Team and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Year performance appraisal and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
• Community discounts and more
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work

Responsibilities

• Supports physicians and performs implanted cardiac device interrogations and adjusts reprograms device settings under direct supervision of cardiology provider.
• Responsible for implanted cardiac device set-up monitoring and reporting both in-clinic and remote transmissions.
• Responsible for LifeVest remote monitoring and reporting.
• Serves as a resource and assists physician and staff with the daily coordination of patient care to facilitate efficient patient flow and physician access.
• Assists or provides education to patients and families regarding device function, clinic follow-up scheduling, and device home monitoring.
• Assists with wound checks following implants.
• Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.
• Troubleshoots critical device issues and takes immediate steps toward resolution.
• Manages recall notices for implanted devices - alerting physicians, contacting patients, and making appropriate adjustments and arrangements for resolution.
• Manages closer monitoring for patient devices nearing ERI ensuring appropriate follow-through and procedure scheduling for generator change once ERI has been reached.
• Maintains precise templates and database of all information for monitors and devices.
• Additional duties include appointment scheduling, ensures rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies, medical record management, and ensures equipment is in good working condition and notifies appropriate staff of problem areas or safety issues.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Required Experience:
• 1 of the following:
• Cardiology Arrhythmia Certification and 3 years of healthcare or 1 year of Cardiology
• Cardiology Arrhythmia Certification and graduation from an approved technical school specializing in implanted devices and/or arrhythmia or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position
• Required Skills:
• Candidates must have understanding of arrhythmias, pacing, and defibrillation therapies
• Candidate must be familiar with various cardiac devices including pacemakers
• Required Certification:
• BLS Basic Life Support
• Preferred Certifications:
• CRAT Certification
• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician
• RCES Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
• CCDS Certified Cardiac Device Specialist
• CEPS Certified Electrophysiology Specialist