Medical Device Testing Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Now offering a $20,000 Sign on Bonus!Full-Time; 40 hours/weekMonday-Friday 8am-4:30pmLocation: ElginTravel RequiredLicensed RN RequiredBenefits:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.Employer provided life and disability insurance.$5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.Immediate 401(k) match.40 hours paid volunteer time off.A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.Provide comprehensive cardiac care for patients with clinical cardiac devises and other specialized cardiac needs in cardiac clinicsConduct device system evaluations, testing, and data interpretation for cardiac patientsPerform ECG tracings, understand, and interpret intermediate ECG rhythms, and advanced standard clinic response to each rhythmEducate patient and family regarding their device system and plan of careAssessment of patient wound checks to alleviate possible complicationsAssist with AV optimization procedure in cooperation with echo/EKGPerform ECG tracings, understand and interpret intermediate ECG rhythms and advanced standard clinic response to each rhythmRecognize wound complications and develop plan of care with MDCardiac arrhythmias-evaluate and appropriately classify, assess effectiveness of prescribed therapy. Address inappropriate detection, therapy or therapy failure with EP physician in timely fashionExecute comprehensive cardiac care for patients with clinical cardiac devises and other specialized cardiac needs via phoneTelephonically assess, interpret and evaluate pacemakers' functions, assess patient questions and concerns and refer as appropriateTriage ICD, pacemaker and EP telephone callsPerform and coordinate remote follow-up visits (Latitude, Carelink, Merlin, and Biotronik)Manage office responsibilities which include documentation, records, and testing device maintenanceMaintain records related to device advisory, recalls, and alertsCoordinate remote follow-up visitsMaintenance of device testing equipment and continual review of updatesClearly document evaluation outcome of visit, including summary of device testingMaintain records related to device advisory/recalls/alerts. Assist MD with new advisory information, identifies patient population included and communicate with patients regarding the advisory informationCommunicate effectively with patient/family regarding their device system and plan of care for the short and long-term follow up of their device.Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; RN with ASN or BSNMinimum of 3+ years of cardiovascular experience requiredBLS; ACLS a plusProfessional certification in device management a plus (Certified Cardiac Device Specialist) issued by IBHRE (International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners)Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart, cardiac electrophysiology and rhythm interpretationKnowledge of modes of pacing, ICD arrhythmia detection parameters and therapy optionsStrong EKG/arrhythmia interpretation skills; effective communication skills, database management, and problem solving skills requiredIndications for implantation of pacemakers, bi-ventricular devices and defibrillatorsStrong knowledge of cardiac medicationsBasic computer skills: EMR required, Epic and Paceart systems preferredInterrogation and programming of Pacemakers, AICDs, and linqs with numerous different platforms utilizing 3-5 different manufacturers' programmers and navigating their respective websitesAbility to multi-task, to think critically, and to analyze and interpret extensive dataAbility to assess post-op wounds and provide clear post-op education re: wound care, activity restrictions and device functionProvide compassionate care to patients and family members dealing with serious/potentially life- threatening medical issues and sometimes traumatic emotional events.The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $38.10-57.17 with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package. #J-18808-Ljbffr