MA Cardiac Device Technician Boise Full-Time

About the Role

The Cardiac Device Technician is responsible for performing interrogations and device testing of internal cardiac devices, including cardiac pacemakers, cardiac defibrillators, and loop recorder procedures according to protocol and professional standards. The Saint Alphonsus Heart Institute offers highly trained heart specialists, state-of-the-art Heart Centers in Boise and Nampa, and outreach patient care across the Treasure Valley.

The clinic provides educational opportunities, including bi-weekly lunch and learns with providers and content experts, as well as online learning modules during orientation to enhance your cardiac knowledge base. This role thrives in a supportive team environment with friendly providers who encourage learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide education to patients regarding manufacturer equipment and device knowledge.
• Competently care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients as applicable.
• Support efficient clinic flow and communicate accurately and positively with team members.
• Ensure the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to patients.
• Interrogate and complete device testing of internal cardiac devices per competency guidelines.
• Upload all interrogation and device testing reports to the EHR per competency guidelines.
• Monitor and create remote download reports for physicians through competency guidelines.
• Review accuracy of downloaded device information, edit as needed, and enter it into manufacturer sites and EHR systems.
• Complete all required didactic and competency training upon hire and annually.
• Schedule patients for appointments appropriately.
• Develop systems to maintain readiness for all audits (FDA, DNV, CMS, etc.) utilizing tools like Smartsheets and Tableau.
• Manage high-risk FDA device recalls and follow-up.
• May be required to travel between clinics.

Requirements

• Must be a Medical Assistant OR possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Medical Assistant certification required from one of the following SAHS-approved agencies:
  • American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
  • American Medical Technologists (RMA)
  • National Healthcare Association (CCMA)
  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)
  • National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)
  • American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
  • National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE MA)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Understanding of EKGs, external and internal cardiac monitors, pacemakers, and defibrillators required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network required at hire (unless currently certified in ACLS).

Schedule

40 hours per week – 5 shifts of 8 hours each, Monday through Friday. Hours are approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Comprehensive benefits beginning on day one, including multiple health plan options.
• Retirement planning and matching.
• College savings plans for family members.
• Multiple life insurance plans that adapt to your needs.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities.