Overview

This position assists in the examination and treatment of patients with bradyarrhythmias and tachyarrhythmias using cardiac device therapy. Performs interrogation and transtelephonic monitoring of pacemakers and defibrillators. Performs device testing and stimulation to ensure proper functionality. Notifies the provider of abnormalities in device function, patient compliance issues, arrhythmia, and may make recommendations about additions and changes to medication regiments or device programming. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

About Fairbanks Memorial HospitalFairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

Shift Schedule:

Monday - Friday

7:30-4:00

Responsibilities

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Requires the knowledge normally demonstrated with an associate's degree in science, healthcare, or related field.

2. Requires clinical licnesure applicaple to area of practice.

3. Requires the clinical knowledge normally obtained with two (2) years of relevant experience.

4. Must demonstrate proficient cardiac rhythm interpretation and remote defibrillator and pacemaker monitoring.

5. FHP sponsored Cardiac Device Educational Program (i.e Arrhythmia Technologists Institute or PrepMeD) or equivalent education within twelve (12) months of hire/transfer.

6. Must demonstrate effective communication skills for interfacing with all levels of staff, independent practitioners, patients and other contracts.

7. BLS certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certification in Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation, Medical Assisting and or nurisng license preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.