Advanced Cardiac Device Lead - Allegheny General Hospital
Highmark Health
Allegheny General Hospital, Pennsylvania, United States
Interrogate pacemakers and icds
Analyze implanted loop recorders
Perform transtelephonic device checks
This role supports new programs, research, and completes all staff education while providing ongoing care to patients with implanted rhythm management devices
Job Summary
This role supports new programs, research, and completes all staff education while providing ongoing care to patients with implanted rhythm management devices.
The incumbent will analyze and reprogram pacemakers, ICDs, and implanted loop recorders within cardiology practices under the direction of a physician.
Employees must serve as a resource and role model for other staff, providing training and mentoring to ensure clinical standards are met.
Matching Summary
This role supports new programs, research, and completes all staff education while providing ongoing care to patients with implanted rhythm management devices.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Interrogate pacemakers and ICDs
Analyze implanted loop recorders
Perform transtelephonic device checks
Reprogram cardiac devices under physician direction
Coordinate patient schedules and workflow
Nice-to-have
Participate in continuous quality improvement projects
Assist with research studies
Mentor new and junior technologists
Troubleshoot diagnostic equipment
Key Requirements
Associate's degree or 5 years of related experience
Certification with International Board of Heart and Rhythm Examiners
BLS certification with AED training
ACLS certificate
Five or more years of related experience and training