Cardiac Device Monitor Cardiac Arrhythmia

Responsibilities

• Perform remote monitoring of Implantable Cardiac Monitors (ICM), with interpretation of ECG, arrhythmia recognition, diagnostics.
• Document patient symptoms and report to an EP Provider.
• Manage patient's data in manufacturer remote monitoring websites, analyze and manage transmission, enter in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Maintain data integrity with the system, promote patient compliance, and document patient symptoms.
• Possess good clinical judgment.

Essential Functions

• Knowledgeable in ECG analysis, ICM function and manufacturer’s website, inclusive of Medtronic, Abbott (St. Jude Medical), Biotronik, and Boston Scientific.
• Provides patient education and compliance with symptom recording and timely transmissions.
• Maintains alert management, assesses risk, determines proper notification and follow-up based on established criteria.
• Reports to Senior Cardiac Device Technician, or EP provider when interpretation is out of scope of expertise.
• Evaluates incoming evaluations, enters transmission data in EMR, enters appropriate charges, and creates reports for EP provider review.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year ECG Monitor Technician experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certified EKG Technician (CET) certification or equivalent preferred.