Novant Health is seeing a Electrophysiology Tech.  The advanced analysis of pacemaker, defibrillator (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization (CRT) devices. Ability to perform safe, efficient programming of pacemakers, ICD’s and CRT devices. Communicate and document appropriately any device dysfunction in a timely or urgent manner, as the case may be require. Follow up each incident to make sure it is addressed by a provider in an appropriate time frame. Process and analyze web-based device checks (primary responsibility) and pacemaker telephone device checks (back up responsibility) in accordance with NHHVI policies. Maintain device data bases (Pacemaker, Carelink, Merlin, Latitude and others). Instruct patients and provide tech support related to remote device follow up. Maintain supplies in the work area and keep waste of supplies to a minimum. Act as a preceptor for newly hired staff.Perform technical procedures and functions for the Arrhythmia Services Department which include but are not limited to pacemaker and ICD analysis and reprogramming, record keeping and billing for device checks, remote device check analysis, and back up coverage for holter transmission analysis and pacemaker telephone checks.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: Two year’s experience working in a cardiac office or hospital setting required.
• Licensure/Certification: CCT or CRAT obtained in 1 yr of start date requried.
• Additional Skills (required): Basic knowledge of pacemaker/defibrillator function. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it relates to cardiology. Basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets.
• Additional Skills (preferred): International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners Cardiac Device Certification preferred, strongly encouraged. Basic knowledge of holter/event recorders. Electronic medical records experience, particularly with EPIC.

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