Provide technical and clinical services for Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIEDs) in both inpatient and ambulatory settings. Manage remote data, interpret arrhythmias, and collaborate with the cardiology team to ensure quality patient care.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate's degree in a technical or health science field and formal training in cardiac device programming for multiple brands. BLS and ACLS certifications are required, while IBHRE certification is preferred.
high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreePatient CommunicationElectrophysiologyArrhythmia InterpretationCIED ProgrammingRemote Data ManagementClinical CardiologyCardiac Implantable Electronic Devices ManagementTroubleshooting CIED Programmers
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About olympic medical center
Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!
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DESCRIPTION: The Cardiac Device Specialist provides technical, clinical and related services in the area of Electrophysiology and Cardiology relative to Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIED’s) in the ambulatory and inpatient setting. The Cardiac Device Specialist must possess the ability to setup, operate, and troubleshoot various CIED programmers and be proficient in deciphering complex Cardiac Device data. In collaboration with the Program Medical Director and Cardiology Team provide quality patient care for accurate CIED management, arrhythmia interpretation and device utilization for noninvasive arrhythmia protocols. Management and interpretation of CIED remote data and comprehensive knowledge of the necessary navigation of remote sites is required. The candidate must demonstrate global Cardiac Device knowledge to Physicians and have the capacity to communicate various Cardiac Device applications to patients in a concise manner. This position functions in a highly specialized and unique area and requires a high level of clinical knowledge and independence. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s Degree in Technical, Engineering, Nursing, or Health Science required. Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences/Exercise Science or other related field preferred. Documented formal training in medical terminology or equivalent work experience Training in cardiac device programming education for multiple brand Implanted Cardiac Electronic Devices (Pacemakers, Implanted Cardioverter Defibrillators, and Implanted Loop Recorders) with the various device companies, including Medtronic, Abbott (St. Jude Medical), Biotronic, and Boston Scientific required; however, candidates with two years’ experience as a Cardiac Device Technician, Electrophysiology Technician, Exercise Physiologist, or equivalent (required) will be considered for required training. Successful completion of a comprehensive Cardiac Device Education Program preferred. Three years’ experience in a medical cardiology setting preferred. LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire International
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Statement: Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov. Olympic Medical Center, the largest employer in Clallam County, has a wide variety of employment opportunities. We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff! We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees. OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs. For more information about our benefits, click here!
Contact us: jobs@olympicmedical.org For answers to some frequently asked questions, click here. Learn about our Career Pathways Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to myriad opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, and a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. I find the staff and employees very caring and open, and I'm thrilled that there was an opening in my specialty to be able to come here. - Dr. Zina Hajduczok There is no better illustration of the value that rural facilities provide to their communities than the annual identification and recognition of the top-performing rural facilities. Each year, the rural hospitals are analyzed through the lens of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX, the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance in the United States. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Equal Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Non-discrimination Patient Rights HIPAA
