Job Description

• Department: Clinic Cardiology

• Schedule: Day shift- Monday-Friday- 8:30am-5pm

• Facility: St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital

• Location: Chicago, IL 60622

**Basic EKG Interpretation class certificate is required**

**Remote monitoring experience**

**Pacemaker devices and loop recorders**

Responsibilities

The Cardiac Device Specialist is directly responsible for the monitoring, billing and programming of all cardiac devices such as Pacemakers, Defibrillators, and Loop Recorders. The Cardiac Device Specialist will chart and document all device checks and complete reports for each patient as part of patients’ medical record and as required under state and federal guidelines. The Cardiac Device Specialist communicates with the physician(s) and patients regarding procedure and devices. Monitors and records device logs and information related to manufacturer notices. Communicates any national notifications or recalls in a timely manner to the appropriate physician. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality consistent with HIPAA, state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Current BLS certification (AHA Only).

3. Basic EKG Interpretation class certificate is required.

4. 2-3 years previous Cardiac work experience required.

5. IBHRE Certified Cardiac Device Specialist Certificate from the Heart Rhythm Society is preferred but not required.

Pay Transparency

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $27.00 to $40.56. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf