Overview

　　At Emory Healthcare, we integrate science and caring to change the face of health care. Our team members are courageous individuals who are willing to challenge the status quo and help find solutions to complex problems. We’re empowered to influence change for, and with, our patients, their families, the community and each other.

　　As one of the leading academic medical systems, we’re eager to share what we learn with hospitals around the country, and the world. We’ve got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

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　　Cardiac Device Specialist will work 32 hours per week

　　The day off may vary based on business needs

　　Work schedule: 8am to 4:30pm

　　Salary: $34.61- $40.71/hour, The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials.

　　Description

　　JOB DESCRIPTION:

　　An allied healthcare professional who is an expert at analyzing and reprogramming implantable cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators.

　　Must be able to adjust cardiac implantable device settings safely and effectively to evaluate underlying heart rhythms and device function in order to improve and maintain the proper function of the cardiac device.

　　Must be able to tailor device function and programming to each individual clinical situation.

　　This position may include in-patient and out-patient evaluations, so must be able to troubleshoot device issues for hospitalized in-patients, including independent MRI and perioperative device management planning and programming.

　　In-depth understanding and application of the technical aspects of cardiac device function to specific patient care is expected, which includes identifying arrhythmias, assessing symptoms, reviewing patients medical history and medications, and effectively reporting findings from the cardiac device to the physician and/or pertinent allied healthcare professionals.

　　A thorough clinical understanding of heart failure symptoms and treatments, as well as device heart failure diagnostics, is required.

　　Also, the candidate should be able to communicate with patients and vendors to assist with enrolling, troubleshooting and ordering equipment to ensure remote connectivity and continuity of care.

　　Good written and oral communication skills are essential.

　　May be required to precept/mentor novice staff.

　　May be required to function as clinical lead of the day: make daily staff assignments, monitor daily workflow.

　　Expected to identify process improvement ideas and contribute to creating solutions.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

　　Graduate of allied health program, including but not limited to nursing, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, biomedical engineering.

　　A degree in any of the health sciences may be considered.

　　Two years of cardiac device (pacemakers and/ defibrillators) analysis and reprogramming experience or IBHRE certification required.

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):

　　20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

　　ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

　　Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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　　Division The Emory Clinic

　　Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322

　　Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

　　Department TEC Cardio EP Clifton

　　Job Type Regular Full-Time

　　Job Number 123159

　　Job Category Clinical & Nursing Support

　　Schedule 8a-4:30p

　　Standard Hours 32 Hours

　　Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.