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Full time

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Description:

**JOB SUMMARY** : Implement, support, and maintain the mission of St. Joseph’s Physicians. To deliver quality, accessible healthcare with compassion and service excellence _._ Perform duties required to ensure high quality care and management of patient’s devices under the direction of a Physician.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** :

+ The Device technician identifies normal and abnormal findings when reviewing patient downloads

+ Reviews and analyze data form patient devices using knowledge and understanding of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

+ Reviews and analyze data from implanted devices using specific programmers. Create summaries and reports of the findings and test results using knowledge and understanding of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

+ Reports abnormal findings to the appropriate provider. At the direction of the physician, NP or PA, makes changes or adjustments as needed.

+ Applies and removes programmer electrodes to patients. Answers questions from patients and family members regarding the equipment and procedure in a courteous and professional manner.

+ Possess knowledge of medical terminology, office procedures, and insurance requirements.

+ Responsible for the organization and maintenance of patient medical records and equipment.

+ Responsible for accurately and legibly documenting information within patient medical records on the EMR, as well as paper documentation.

+ Provide timely communication with patients, make inquiries, execute follow-up tasks, and help to integrate information into care plans.

+ Assist with scheduling tests and treatment, pre-certify patient for hospital care and/ or procedures, and process referrals to other providers.

+ Prepare, clean, and maintain exam room, treatment room, clinical supplies, and equipment

+ Responsible for successful and timely completion of work.

+ Demonstrate competency in computer data entry.

+ Arrive in the designated work area at the assigned time in appropriate attire prepared to work.

+ Demonstrate adaptability and accept change in a positive manner.

+ Responsible for keeping up to date on corporate communications such as email and internal network such as the Pulse, SJEN, etc.

+ Understand and adheres to all departmental policies and procedures.

+ Responsible for completing and maintain all required training relative to job function .

+ Exemplify a strong adherence to the professional code of conduct.

+ Maintains a professional and positive attitude and demonstrate a supportive and understanding behavior when in contact with patients, providers, employees, and patients.

+ Follow all policies and procedures mandated by St. Joseph’s Physicians and governing bodies regarding HIPAA and OSHA.

+ Abide by the policies and procedures set forth in the St. Joseph’s Physicians employee handbook, as well as department policies and procedures.

+ Perform duties and assist providers as part of the practice care team. Take part in daily team huddles and/or other periodic team meetings to facilitate communications and enhance positive patient experiences and quality delivery of care.

+ Participate in quality improvement initiatives as part of the practice care team.

+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

+ Respectful, clear communication

+ Proper charting, documentation, and maintenance of patient’s medical records

+ Ability to work well under pressure and within tight timelines

+ Ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities

+ Maintain high degree of discretion when dealing with confidential information

+ Self-motivated

+ Detail oriented

+ Provide quality, patient-centered care

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

+ Bachelors or Masters degree specializing in exercise physiology or related field

+ ACSM certification or equivalent training

+ BLS

+ ACLS preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

+ Light work – standing, walking, sitting, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching. Some lifting required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS

+ Category I – Duties performed routinely requires exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

Pay Range Dependent on experience and location

$20.00-27.85/hr

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran