Cardiac Monitor Technician

Responsibilities

• Uses PaceArt software to interact with patients to perform trans-telephonic checks according to a detailed appointment schedule.
• Works with internal customers to provide accurate interpretation of baseline event monitor transmissions; performs halter scanning on a continual basis and in keeping with Virginia Heart’s policies and procedures.
• Edits and prepares reports for Cardiologist.
• Schedules appointments for pacemaker monitoring and facilitates appropriate in-office follow up.
• Able to troubleshoot pacemakers by identifying EKG abnormalities that result from pacing reflection.
• Uses EPIC to obtain patient information and to update referral information.
• Trains patients on proper use of transmitting device and answers pertinent questions.
• Troubleshoots pacemaker malfunctions by identifying ECG abnormalities.
• Predicts impending pacemaker system failure before patient is at risk.
• Performs other tasks as needed to support the team and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Associates degree preferred
• Certificate of completion from an accredited ECG course emphasizing knowledge of arrhythmia interpretation and basic pacemaker follow-up
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in hospital or clinical cardiology experience preferred
• Knowledge of cardiac pacing in a clinical setting
• Must be familiar with NASPE/HRS pacemaker codes, i.e., NBG Coding System
• Basic knowledge of AICD's required
• Experience in cardiac surveillance and halter monitoring preferred
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Excellent communication skills required

Benefits

• No Nights, weekends or holidays!
• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental and Physical well-being
• Three Weeks of Paid Vacation upon eligibility
• One week of Paid Sick Leave
• Anual Merit-Based increases
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Discount Program
• Quarterly Employee Appreciation; Events to include therapy dogs, raffles, and other fun events