Clinic Technician - Outpatient Cardiology Clinic

Foundation Health, LLC; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k with employer match

Onsite gym

Tuition assistance

Student loan forgiveness

Wellness programs

Learning center (childcare)

Job summary

Foundation Health is seeking a Clinic Technician for the Porter Heart & Vascular Center in Fairbanks. The role supports cardiovascular care, assists with intake, prepares patients for testing, and coordinates care in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, basic procedures, clerical support, and maintaining a safe, organized space. Full-time schedule, with standard 40-hour weeks and weekday shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical terminology or willing to complete a course within 6 months.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by recording vital signs and preparing the patient for testing.
• Assists clinicians with exams and minor in-office procedures, ensuring patient comfort.
• Provides clerical support including scheduling, notifications, and medical records.
• Maintains clean exam rooms and follows safety and sterilization procedures.
• Orders supplies and monitors inventory for patient care areas.
• Communicates effectively with patients and staff to coordinate care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Compassion

Team player

Education

High school diploma/GED

Medical terminology course

Job description

Overview

The Clinic Technician at Porter Heart & Vascular Center plays a vital role in delivering high-quality cardiovascular care by supporting efficient clinic operations and ensuring an exceptional patient experience. Working closely with cardiologists, nurses, and clinical staff, this position assists with patient intake, prepares patients for diagnostic testing, and helps coordinate care in a fast-paced specialty environment. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, compassion, and a team-oriented approach, all of which contribute directly to positive patient outcomes.

Pay & Benefits:

• Compensation: $20 to $26.75 wage based on experience and education
• Additional Pay: Shift Differential for weekends, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
• Schedule:Full-time, 40 hours per week, 5x8 hour day shifts Monday thru Friday

This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care. This position utilizes knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, and other necessary measurements and recording chief compliant. Documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition, to the clinician.
• Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures. Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Prioritizes patient flow through the clinical process.
• Acts as a resource to clinician to provide optimal patient care.
• Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation, which includes completing medical records, labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records, and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete and accurate information, necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.
• Schedules and re-schedules patients as necessary. Confirms patient's appointments for the following days and informs patients of physician's orders or special instructions prior to appointment or procedure.
• Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas. Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
• Orders supplies and stocks patient care areas. Monitors inventory including medication/injectables and immunizations (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).
• Develops and maintains an effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and behaviors in all contacts.

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

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Requires knowledge normally obtained through a medical terminology course. Must be willing to complete medical terminology course within the first six (6) months of hire if not previously completed.

Must possess excellent organizational skills as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology, computer literacy and keyboarding skills are required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCertified Nursing Assistant experience preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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