Arrhytmia Tech

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Essential Key Job Responsibilities   ​ ​ Acts as liaison between Heart Rhythm Center Staff and Clinical Services   regarding   cardiac rhythm monitoring   and CIED monitoring   ​ Applies external cardiac rhythm monitoring equipment   ​ Assists   in   establishing   new   CIED   patients’   to practice for follow-up; gather s   information of   previous   follow-up, obtain s   release of information as needed,   initiates and accepts   transfer of remote services , monitors hospital procedure schedule for new CIED implants and/or revisions   ​ Communicates with patients verbally and in written/typed format   ​ Communicates with Heart Rhythm Center’s   vendors/manufacturing representatives;   cardiac implantable electronic device ( CIED)  and   external monitoring device industry representatives for technical and patient   assistance   as needed , wearable defibrillator representative for need for fitting adjustments   ​ Completes billing as needed   ​ Documents   in patients’ charts;   progress notes as   appropriate in   the EMR , patient   symptoms,   PDF documents of   record ed   rhythm   strips   and/or summary data , & routes reports to the   appropriate provider   for interpretation   ​ Educates patients ;   on monitoring of heart rhythms and use of   external cardiac   monitors , on post CIED implant activity restrictions, follow-up care, and remote monitor use   ​ Educates staff   within and outside of Iowa Heart Center ;   on monitoring procedures and protocols ,   monitor   functionality   and follow-up   ​ Enters   detailed   data in computer and maintains EMR   and device database ;   manufacturer representative   evaluations ,   discrete data   utilized   for device tracking with FDA   and identification for safety advisories/recalls   ​ Maintains CIED remote websites; updates new hardware and demographic data, processes deaths and transfers of care, follows up on missed remote transmissions and disconnected monitors     ​ Maintains, tracks supplies and equipment ; assures   appropriate charging   and software update of equipment used for universal interrogation of CIEDs   ​ Makes general interpretation of arrhythmias;   identifies   adverse arrhythmias and informs a Heart Rhythm Center nurse , Advanced Heart Failure   or provider as needed   ​ Navigates to the Heart Rhythm Center’s secured external websites for enrollment of services, appointment scheduling, equipment ordering, report collection, and/or updating patient information.   ​ Notifies a Heart Rhythm Center nurse of   significant patient complaints   ​ Orders   supplies   for cardiac arrhythmia and/or device monitoring   ​ Performs device interrogations using remote monitors and CIED manufacturer specific universal interrogators; one week post implant, per provider add-on orders, and to reset specific alerts within the CIED   ​ Schedules patients for follow-up and testing ; within Practice Manager and in various CIED vendor remote sites   ​ Troubles hoots monitor performance, arranges for monitor   replacement   or sends for repair as needed .  Minimum Qualifications   Required Education   ( for CHI Leadership Job Levels   from Supervisor through President )     ​ ​ Click to select CHI Leadership Job Level & Required Education ​   Required Education for Staff Job Levels   ​ ​ High school diploma   preferred   or   high school   equivalency .         ​ ​   Required Licensure and Certifications   ​ ​ Basic Life Support (BLS) for the healthcare provider; certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period ( approx imately within   6 weeks   of hire).   Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.   ​ Takes Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) -Certified Rhythm Analysis   Technician( CRAT)  Exam   within   18 months   of hire   ​ ​   Required Minimum Knowledge,   Skills   and Abilities   ​ ​ Basic computer/keyboard skills   required   ​ Cardiac medical terminology class within six (6) months of hire      ​ Level I Cardiac Arrhythmia within 6 months of hire. Test out or repeat with passing score every two (2) years   ​ Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire   ​ ​   Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.