Cardiac Device Specialist

Cardiac Device Specialist – General and Specialty Cardiology Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute, Puyallup, WA The Company

Since its creation, Cardiac Study Center (CSC) has contracted with Pulse Heart Institute for outpatient cardiology and billing services. CSC is a proud partner of Pulse, and has provided outpatient cardiology services in the Puget Sound Region for over 50 years. CSC partnered with Multi Care Health System to create Pulse Heart Institute in 2016 to work toward improving the health of cardiac patients.

Pulse offers a variety of career opportunities throughout our clinic locations. If you’re interested, we may have positions open in our other sub-specialties (Heart Failure, Vascular, Electrophysiology & Device, or Imaging)

This role is full‑time, with 4‑ 10‑hour shifts Monday through Friday (flexible day off), closed weekends and holidays. It would require occasionally floating between clinics in Olympia, Tacoma, Auburn, Silverdale and Puyallup.

• Extensive experience as a Device Technician, Monitor/Telemetry, Electrophysiology, or Cardiovascular Technologist with in‑depth cardiac device knowledge.
• Strong skills in cardiac rhythm recognition and effective communication.
• Proficiency in device interrogations and programming (Pacemakers, ICDs, Loop Recorders, home monitor equipment).
• Formal training in cardiac electrophysiology/cardiovascular technology, or significant experience in cardiac pacing/electrophysiology (2 years minimum) or device monitoring (5 years minimum).
• At least 1 year of cardiac services experience, with a preference for cardiac device‑specific experience.
• Advanced skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation and pacemaker/ICD analysis, with previous vendor interaction preferred.

• Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) certification is preferred. Certification must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

The Cardiac Device Specialist, part of the Heart Rhythm/Device Department, focuses on device interrogations and programming for cardiac devices under supervision. They manage patient data, educate patients on cardiac care, and respond to emergencies, making crucial clinical decisions under physician protocol.

This role places Cardiac Device Specialists at the forefront of technological and clinical care within cardiology, encouraging their professional development through collaboration and effective communication. It offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to patient outcomes and advancements in cardiac device technology, setting the foundation for a rewarding career in the field.

• Prepare patients for device interrogation, ensuring informed consent and patient education.
• Conduct a range of cardiac device interrogations/programming, including assessments and arrhythmia evaluation under physician protocol.
• Document clinical history and test summaries in the electronic medical record.
• Operate and troubleshoot industry programmers/software, manage device patient software, and respond to emergencies.
• Coordinate daily workflow, educate patients on devices, and ensure accurate billing and coding.

Joining our cardiology outpatient clinic means becoming part of a team where compassion, integrity, and a commitment to sustainability guide our every action. Here, you'll find a community deeply rooted in empathy and respect, where every member of our nursing staff, from registered nurses to Cardiac Device Specialists, is valued for its unique contributions.

Our environment fosters a profound sense of belonging and support, which is crucial in the high‑stakes world of cardiac care. With integrity at the core of our practice, we ensure that our patients' ethical considerations and well‑being govern every decision we make. Additionally, our dedication to sustainable healthcare practices reflects our responsibility toward our patients and the broader environment, emphasizing the importance of long‑term…