CARDIOLOGY Remote Cardiac Transmission Technician in Schenectady, New York at Ellis Medicine

The Remote Cardiac Transmission Technician supports cardiac providers by monitoring, reviewing, and managing remote cardiac device transmissions. This role ensures timely, accurate processing of rhythm data, provides patient assistance for remote monitoring devices, and coordinates workflows with CRMS/Murj platforms. The technician serves as a key communication link between patients, APPs, and physicians to maintain highquality remote cardiac care.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Formal training in cardiac rhythm interpretation, such as:

• Basic Arrhythmia Recognition Course
• EKG/ECG Technician Certificate
• Cardiac Monitoring Technician Certificate
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills for remote medical devices.
• Prior experience in cardiology, electrophysiology, or remote patient monitoring is highly desirable.
• Experience with cardiac remote monitoring platforms (e.g., Murj, CRMS) preferred.

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Remote Monitoring & Technical Oversight

• Monitor incoming cardiac remote device transmissions for technical completeness and signal quality.
• Identify failed, incomplete, or abnormal transmissions and initiate appropriate followup.
• Troubleshoot connectivity or device issues with patients to restore proper monitoring.

Rhythm Strip Review & Clinical Support

• Review rhythm strips and device data for arrhythmias, alerts, or clinically significant findings.
• Flag urgent or abnormal transmissions for APP/physician review according to established protocols.
• Document preliminary observations in alignment with clinical workflow standards.

EMR Management

• Import and index remote cardiac transmissions into the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure accurate patient matching, proper labeling, and timely routing to the clinical team.
• Maintain data integrity and compliance with organizational documentation standards.

Patient Assistance & Device Support

• Provide remote guidance to patients on device setup, connectivity, troubleshooting, and transmission processes.
• Educate patients on proper use of remote monitoring equipment and expectations for ongoing monitoring.
• Coordinate replacement devices or supplies when needed.

Coordination with CRMS/Murj

• Manage daily workflows within CRMS/Murj platforms, including reviewing alerts, assigning tasks, and updating statuses.
• Ensure seamless integration of transmission data between monitoring platforms and EMR.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to optimize remote monitoring workflows.

Communication & Clinical Collaboration

• Communicate significant findings, urgent alerts, or technical issues to APPs and physicians promptly.
• Support provider inquiries related to remote transmissions, device data, or patient monitoring status.
• Participate in team huddles or virtual meetings to align on remote monitoring operations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The position is located indoors and also has community responsibilities which the incumbent will need to attend. Should be able to push/pull 35 lb., lift/move 15 lb. from floor to table, be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations. Mobility requirements may include the ability to sit at a computer terminal or work station for a prolonged period of time in addition to being able to squat, stand and walk for a reasonable length of time and distance. Sensory requirements include the ability to articulate and comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to read the English language.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range: $ 25.72-$38.57 /hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.