Nurse Specialist / Health Scientist BSc/MSc (Mon-Fri)

The Cardiology/Vascular Medicine department combines the clinics of Cardiology, Angiology, as well as Cardiac and Vascular Surgery. Rhythmology, as part of the University Clinic for Cardiology, offers comprehensive assessments and therapies for patients with cardiac arrhythmias as a leading centre in Switzerland. The field of rhythmology also includes the implantation and follow-up care of cardiac electronic devices (pacemakers, implantable cardiac defibrillators [ICDs], and event recorders). These implanted electronic devices require regular follow-up care, which is carried out by a specialised team. The follow-up care includes both outpatient checks and telemedical monitoring and follow-up of these devices. We are looking for new staff for this follow-up care team.

What to expect

• Screening and triage of telemedical events including consultation with senior physicians as well as documentation and report preparation
• Contacting patients in case of relevant events or missing data transmission and ensuring the functionality of telemedical follow-up care
• Installation and instruction of telemedical follow-up care for new patients
• Conducting outpatient and inpatient device checks including independent device interrogation, documentation, and consultation with senior physicians
• Performing device adjustments (MRI, surgeries, radiation) as well as checks after implantations and training of junior doctors

Your profile

• You are a qualified nurse or hold an MSc/BSc in Health Sciences
• You have professional experience in the acute medical sector, preferably in cardiology
• You enjoy working in a technical environment and are proficient with computers and common software programmes (Excel, Word)
• You are proactive, appreciate working independently, and feel comfortable in a small team. Additionally, you are interested in actively contributing to the further development of the department

Our offer

• A thorough introduction to the diverse and interesting field of work
• Your own area of responsibility with scope for creativity
• Work shifts from Monday to Friday, without shift work
• Contemporary employment conditions
• Opportunity to further train and specialise in the field of device follow-up care (EHRA Certification)

Questions about the position?

For further information, please contact Stephan van Gool Team Leader Device Clinic & Telemedicine Rhythmology Tel.: +41 31 664 17 04 Prof. Laurent Roten Deputy Chief Physician Rhythmology Tel.: +41 31 632 52 63