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VHC Health Cardiac Device Monitoring Coordinator - Cardiology in Arlington, Virginia
Cardiac Device Monitoring Coordinator - Cardiology
Job Description
Purpose & Scope:
Oversees all remote and in-person cardiac device monitoring activities within the VHC Health Physician Cardiology Service Line, for patients with Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIED) including loop recorders and pacemakers. This includes prior authorizations, device interrogation report monitoring, confirmation of accurate frequency, and coordination of reports for our Cardiology Providers to read and interpret.
Monitors patient device checks for timely accuracy, every three (3) months remotely, and every one (1) year in person, effectively and efficiently reporting findings and changes to overseeing Physicians. Serves as the administrator for all cardiac device brand websites. Monitors for batteries approaching end of life in implanted loop recorders and pacemakers. Oversees the downloading, indexing, and routing of reports to Cardiologists for review and action. Develops excellent relationships with vendor representatives to ensure ease of patient scheduling outside of normal device check schedules. Responsible for ensuring all patients are compliant with device check frequency, and monitors interim reports for timely Cardiology Provider coordination should there be a reported patient cardiac event. Serves as a liaison with Cardiology Providers. Promotes patient education on the purpose of Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices and requirements for routine monitoring. Communicates with patients and vendors to assist enrolling, troubleshooting, and ordering equipment to ensure remote connectivity and continuity of care. Promotes the completion of timely, concise, and accurate documentation for Physician’s final review. Escalates device problems to the attention of Providers, and documents within CIED database and with manufacturer. Oversee remote CIED monitoring including scheduling (in-person and remote), downloading clinical information, analyzing transmissions, and importing to database for physician review.
Schedules, meets, greets, and registers patients in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. Answers and routes telephone calls and messages. Oversees and coordinates insurance verifications and preauthorizations. Maintains medical records and prepares charts for clinic sessions. Provides assistance as needed to physicians, Practice Manager, and clinical staff.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent is required. College Degree Preferred.
Experience:
Two Years Cardiac Device Monitoring experience Required
Two Years Healthcare/Medical - Medical Office Experience Required
Certification/Licensure:
None.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.
Awarded the CHIME Most Wired Recognition for 2023 as a certified level 9 for acute and ambulatory services. Organizations designated as level 9 or 10 are considered industry leaders who drive digital change in the healthcare industry in order to create better health outcomes for patients.
Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.
Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.
Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.
Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.
OUR COMMUNITY
Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.
Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.
Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.
Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States
Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.
Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.
Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.
Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.
Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts
Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.
We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.
