EKG Technician - Providence Alaska Medical Center

Providence • Anchorage, AK

2d

About The Position

Under supervision performs electrocardiographic exams using a variety of ECG equipment and procedures. Performs stress testing using both exercise and pharmacologic modalities. Performs transcription of all dictated ECG interpretations. Assists in maintaining patient information/billing logs and electronic databases. Assists ECG Dept supervisor in carrying out transfers/merges within electronic storage database. Is able to research electronic and written medical record to abstract data in order to obtain correct diagnosis information and assign appropriate ICD10 codes to charges. Is able to research electronic and written medical record and ensure symptom documentation for ICD10 codes used. Performs charge reconciliation and correction in order to ensure correct patient billing. Utilizes knowledge of ECG interpretation to facilitate Transcription and QI process. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. We are hiring for EKG Technician position at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK! Position is Full-time, 0.9 FTE, Variable shift, Flexibility for schedules is a must. This position is for mid-shift coverage with flex to night shift as needed. Weekends and holiday coverage expected. Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite with additional screening questions from our HireVue system!

Requirements

• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 1 year Patient care experience in an acute care setting.
• Experience in operating standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years experience in ECG/Stress ECG in an acute hospital care setting.
• ECG transcription experience.
• ICD10 coding experience.
• Experience maintaining electronic patient database.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrocardiographic exams using a variety of ECG equipment and procedures.
• Performs stress testing using both exercise and pharmacologic modalities.
• Performs transcription of all dictated ECG interpretations.
• Assists in maintaining patient information/billing logs and electronic databases.
• Assists ECG Dept supervisor in carrying out transfers/merges within electronic storage database.
• Is able to research electronic and written medical record to abstract data in order to obtain correct diagnosis information and assign appropriate ICD10 codes to charges.
• Is able to research electronic and written medical record and ensure symptom documentation for ICD10 codes used.
• Performs charge reconciliation and correction in order to ensure correct patient billing.
• Utilizes knowledge of ECG interpretation to facilitate Transcription and QI process.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
• The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.
• Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed