Remote Device Clinician - Contractor

OUR MISSION

At Rhythm, we are on a mission to revolutionize cardiac care through advanced remote monitoring solutions. As a leader in the remote healthcare space with nearly 200,000 patients, our fast-growing tech company leverages cutting-edge technology and expert clinical care to provide exceptional, real-time cardiac monitoring. Our goal is to harness the power of health data, optimizing it for the benefit of all humanity. We believe that by empowering our clinicians, patients, and partners with quality data, we can enhance patient care, expand physician capacity to care, and improve quality of life. Recognized by Deloitte's Technology Fast 500, we are committed to driving progress and expanding access to high-quality care for all patients, regardless of location. Join us as we mobilize the world's health data to create tangible outcomes and a healthier future for everyone.

DESCRIPTION

A Rhythm Remote Device Clinician remotely monitors patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) utilizing Rhythm’s proprietary software. This specialist employs knowledge of cardiac electrophysiology and biomedical engineering concepts to assess the technical function of the patient’s CIED, analyze and interpret device and patient diagnostics, and perform accurate clinical documentation as determined by Rhythm’s best practice standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Integrate a knowledge base from physiology, pathophysiology, and cardiac device function to perform competent evaluations, diagnostic reviews, and overall analysis through remote monitoring.
• Recognize abnormal functions of pacemakers, defibrillators, ILRs, and CRT devices, and recommend strategies to address and correct issues.
• Communicate with Rhythm’s clinical team and providers regarding CIED function and diagnostic data through accurate, professional, and standardized documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Protected Health Information (PHI) standards/protocols.
• Support and contribute to Rhythm’s patient-centered care philosophy: Every team member is a caregiver whose role is to meet the needs of the patient.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or associate degree required OR experience in a related field—nursing, medicine, electronics, or engineering.
• Successful completion of a cardiac device rhythm management course or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of recent implanted cardiac device management experience with knowledge of all manufacturer programmers.
• 3+ years cardiology experience, cardiac electrophysicology preferred.
• Experience with interrogating and interpreting device diagnostics for all four major manufacturers (Medtronic, Abbott/St. Jude, Boston Scientific, Biotronik).
• Cardiac rhythm management industry training and experience preferred.
• Must have at least one industry certification - Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT), Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT), Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) Certifications (CCDS, CEPS, CDRMS) also preferred.
• Proficiency with collaboration applications and software (Microsoft Office Suite, Teams).
• Minimum Device Specifications: Device must have a stable high-speed WiFi connection, at least 8GB RAM, a minimum 2GHz processor, and the latest version of Windows or macOS.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Employment: This is a contracted 1099 position without an end date
• Fully Remote: You’ll need access to a quiet working environment, high speed internet and your own computer equipped with sound/voice functionality
• Hours: Minimum of 8 hours per week (averaged across the month), set at least 8 weeks in advance
• Schedule: You will set your own hours within our business hours (7a-9p ET M-Sa) using our software