Cardiac Device Specialist

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose. Learn more about us: JOB LOCATION Duke Health Center Arringdon - 5601 Arringdon Park Dr This is an ONSITE position JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a Certified Cardiac Device Specialist responsible for performing interrogations, interpretation, and programming Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICD). Uses device company sites to transfer patient data and completes reports for the physicians and patient medical record. Uses device manufacturer programmers to interrogate and adjust devices under physician supervision. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs clinic and remote interrogations and device management according to established protocol under the supervision of a physician. Recognizes, documents and reports basic abnormal findings to provider for appropriate assistance. Prepares standardized remote reports for provider review and interpretation. Educates patients and families regarding device function, clinic follow-up scheduling and device home monitoring. Enrolls new patients and transfers into appropriate remote monitoring site. Manages clerical tasks associated with device clinic functioning. Schedule patients for appropriate clinic, remote, and provider appointments as needed. Change, cancel, and enter new orders into Epic as needed. Appropriate documentation in Epic of patient communication and follow-up. Completes encounter and ensures correct billing and coding of device checks. Identifies opportunities to enhance workflows in collaboration with clinic leadership. Develop operating policies and procedures. Other tasks as needed to support the team and exceptional patient care. JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Certificate of completion from an approved cardiac device technical school/program preferred or educational equivalent and clinical experience to qualify for Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) certification. One year of clinical cardiology and electrophysiology (EP) experience as a Pacemaker/ICD tech beyond clinical experience required to complete an approved cardiac device technical school/program is preferred. Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) from International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) within 36 months of employment. BLS required. ACLS required within 6 months of employment. JOB HOURS The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays. Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments. Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community. This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here. Nearest Major Market: Raleigh