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The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction. ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state. Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world. ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Eleven Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
SUMMARY
Under limited supervision of the Director of Cardiac Device Clinic, the cardiac technologist is responsible to assist with the development and function of the Cardiac Device Clinic. This position delivers cardiac device technical support for the Cardiology Department staff in the Cardiology Clinic, and coordination with other hospitals and clinics to ensure accurate and timely services.
Responsibilities
- Proficient in anatomy and physiology, advanced electrocardiography, cardiac pharmacology, fundamentals of physics, and medical electronics and instrumentation.
- Demonstrates an ongoing understanding of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in ECG, holter monitoring, exercise stress testing, telemetry, and pacemaker analysis as they evolve.
- Displays expertise in normal and abnormal electrophysiology, arrhythmia analysis and management and the electrical conduction system.
- Demonstrates a sound understanding of terminology, critical thinking, and decision-making skills related to the use of implanted cardiac devices.
- Knowledge of ACC/AHA/HRS guidelines for implantation of cardiac pacemakers, resynchronization and antiarrhythmic device.
- Proficiency to recognize normal device function and maintain the facility to utilize special features to optimize therapy.
- Ability to identify complications of pacing therapy and be skilled in evaluating patient’s symptoms specific to recognition and correction of problems encountered with device therapy.
- Sustains an understanding of the pacing system, the pulse generator, and implantation procedure for permanent pacing, significance of hemodynamics during single, dual, and biventricular pacing and programming.
- Knowledge of concepts related to the implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is also required.
- The Lead Cardiac Technologist will also perform in-clinic remote monitoring patient education.
- Conducts analysis in the acute (laboratory), pre-discharge (in-house) and ambulatory clinic venues. Such analysis includes, but is not restricted to, the function of all manufacturer’s cardiac pacemakers and ICD devices by using specific manufacturer’s proprietary programmers to telemeter the following information; analysis of device-based ECG and EGM recordings for physician interpretation, status of device battery life and projected longevity (ERI), status of device programmed settings and status of implanted cardiac pacemaker and ICD leads.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
- Attaches programmer electrodes to patient to monitor heart rate/rhythm, and places programmer wand over device to transfer implanted device information to programmer.
- Performs in office pacemaker/AICD checks every 3-6 months per cardiology provider’s orders (depending on battery life, may be more frequent) using Medtronic, Abbott (formerly St. Jude), Boston Scientific, Biotronik, or Sorin programmers; tests device operating parameter settings, battery life, lead impedance, sensitivity, and capture thresholds, underlying rhythm, morphology templates (AICDs), thoracic impedance trending, and review of parameters to ensure optimal programming.
- At the direction of a cardiologist or NP makes changes or adjusts pacemaker/AICD settings or parameters as needed to enhance device's performance.
- Monitors pacemaker/AICD recordings for abnormal patterns, BOL, ERI, and EOL.
- Keys information into computer or programmer to maintain patient and office records; prints copy of report and files into patient charts.
- Replenishes supply of paper and ink in programmers and reports malfunctions.
- Edits and forwards final test results to attending Physician for analysis and interpretation.
- Forwards abnormal findings directly to the Physician or nurse per policy and procedure.
- Adheres to OSHA policy by ensuring that PPD is recorded yearly.
- Schedules Cardiac Device Clinic (remote and in clinic check) per providers order.
- Provides quarterly productivity reports to Director of Cardiac Device Clinic.
- Keeps up to date with software/hardware related to Cardiac Device Clinic.
- Educates staff on implanted cardiac device concepts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
OTHER INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures common to the cardiology department.
- Knowledge of basic anatomy and disease processes.
- Knowledge of how cardiac medications relate to cardiac device therapy.
- Knowledge of diagnostic EKG equipment, examination protocols and patient preparation for evaluation.
- Knowledge of policies and procedures for the care of patients.
- Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.
- Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families.
- Knowledge of function of single and dual chamber pacemakers, ICDs, and CRTs including timing cycles, upper rate behavior, rate responses sensors, and other special functions.
- Skill in performing EKG and ETT testing procedures.
- Skills in conducting CPR to include maintaining current BLS and ACLS certification.
- Skills to conducting a thorough pacemaker and/or ICD device interrogation follow up.
- Skills in critically analyzing data obtained which would include analytically evaluating ECGs, analyzing atrial and ventricular EGMs, analyzing stored ICD data for appropriateness of therapy and troubleshooting problems.
- Skill in observing patients and taking appropriate action as needed.
- Skill in analyzing safety issues and preparing recommendations based on findings.
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
Bachelor’s degree in Science or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited school and/or completion of a cardiac device education program and/or two years patient care experience, including exposure to implantable cardiac devices to include two years recent complex arrhythmia recognition. Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
Non-supervisory - Two (2) years of experience as a cardiology technician or similar work demonstrating proficient cardiac rhythm interpretation and remote defibrillator and pacemaker monitoring. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
- Basic Life Support Certification
- ACLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
- Proficient in use of programmer: Abbott (formerly St. Jude), Boston-Scientific, Medtronic and Biotronik.
- Proficient in use of remote monitoring websites/platform for remote device follow up.
INTRODUCTION
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction. ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state. Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world. ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Eleven Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
SUMMARY
Under limited supervision of the Director of Cardiac Device Clinic, the cardiac technologist is responsible to assist with the development and function of the Cardiac Device Clinic. This position delivers cardiac device technical support for the Cardiology Department staff in the Cardiology Clinic, and coordination with other hospitals and clinics to ensure accurate and timely services.
Responsibilities
- Proficient in anatomy and physiology, advanced electrocardiography, cardiac pharmacology, fundamentals of physics, and medical electronics and instrumentation.
- Demonstrates an ongoing understanding of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in ECG, holter monitoring, exercise stress testing, telemetry, and pacemaker analysis as they evolve.
- Displays expertise in normal and abnormal electrophysiology, arrhythmia analysis and management and the electrical conduction system.
- Demonstrates a sound understanding of terminology, critical thinking, and decision-making skills related to the use of implanted cardiac devices.
- Knowledge of ACC/AHA/HRS guidelines for implantation of cardiac pacemakers, resynchronization and antiarrhythmic device.
- Proficiency to recognize normal device function and maintain the facility to utilize special features to optimize therapy.
- Ability to identify complications of pacing therapy and be skilled in evaluating patient’s symptoms specific to recognition and correction of problems encountered with device therapy.
- Sustains an understanding of the pacing system, the pulse generator, and implantation procedure for permanent pacing, significance of hemodynamics during single, dual, and biventricular pacing and programming.
- Knowledge of concepts related to the implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is also required.
- The Lead Cardiac Technologist will also perform in-clinic remote monitoring patient education.
- Conducts analysis in the acute (laboratory), pre-discharge (in-house) and ambulatory clinic venues. Such analysis includes, but is not restricted to, the function of all manufacturer’s cardiac pacemakers and ICD devices by using specific manufacturer’s proprietary programmers to telemeter the following information; analysis of device-based ECG and EGM recordings for physician interpretation, status of device battery life and projected longevity (ERI), status of device programmed settings and status of implanted cardiac pacemaker and ICD leads.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
- Attaches programmer electrodes to patient to monitor heart rate/rhythm, and places programmer wand over device to transfer implanted device information to programmer.
- Performs in office pacemaker/AICD checks every 3-6 months per cardiology provider’s orders (depending on battery life, may be more frequent) using Medtronic, Abbott (formerly St. Jude), Boston Scientific, Biotronik, or Sorin programmers; tests device operating parameter settings, battery life, lead impedance, sensitivity, and capture thresholds, underlying rhythm, morphology templates (AICDs), thoracic impedance trending, and review of parameters to ensure optimal programming.
- At the direction of a cardiologist or NP makes changes or adjusts pacemaker/AICD settings or parameters as needed to enhance device's performance.
- Monitors pacemaker/AICD recordings for abnormal patterns, BOL, ERI, and EOL.
- Keys information into computer or programmer to maintain patient and office records; prints copy of report and files into patient charts.
- Replenishes supply of paper and ink in programmers and reports malfunctions.
- Edits and forwards final test results to attending Physician for analysis and interpretation.
- Forwards abnormal findings directly to the Physician or nurse per policy and procedure.
- Adheres to OSHA policy by ensuring that PPD is recorded yearly.
- Schedules Cardiac Device Clinic (remote and in clinic check) per providers order.
- Provides quarterly productivity reports to Director of Cardiac Device Clinic.
- Keeps up to date with software/hardware related to Cardiac Device Clinic.
- Educates staff on implanted cardiac device concepts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
OTHER INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures common to the cardiology department.
- Knowledge of basic anatomy and disease processes.
- Knowledge of how cardiac medications relate to cardiac device therapy.
- Knowledge of diagnostic EKG equipment, examination protocols and patient preparation for evaluation.
- Knowledge of policies and procedures for the care of patients.
- Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.
- Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families.
- Knowledge of function of single and dual chamber pacemakers, ICDs, and CRTs including timing cycles, upper rate behavior, rate responses sensors, and other special functions.
- Skill in performing EKG and ETT testing procedures.
- Skills in conducting CPR to include maintaining current BLS and ACLS certification.
- Skills to conducting a thorough pacemaker and/or ICD device interrogation follow up.
- Skills in critically analyzing data obtained which would include analytically evaluating ECGs, analyzing atrial and ventricular EGMs, analyzing stored ICD data for appropriateness of therapy and troubleshooting problems.
- Skill in observing patients and taking appropriate action as needed.
- Skill in analyzing safety issues and preparing recommendations based on findings.
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
Bachelor’s degree in Science or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited school and/or completion of a cardiac device education program and/or two years patient care experience, including exposure to implantable cardiac devices to include two years recent complex arrhythmia recognition. Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
Non-supervisory - Two (2) years of experience as a cardiology technician or similar work demonstrating proficient cardiac rhythm interpretation and remote defibrillator and pacemaker monitoring. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
- Basic Life Support Certification
- ACLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
- Proficient in use of programmer: Abbott (formerly St. Jude), Boston-Scientific, Medtronic and Biotronik.
- Proficient in use of remote monitoring websites/platform for remote device follow up.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Cardiac Monitor Technician
Credential your training before applying
TN petitions for this role require documented proof of cardiac monitoring training or an allied health credential. Gather your ECG technician certification, employer reference letters, and transcripts before contacting U.S. employers, so you can respond to document requests quickly.
Target hospitals with cardiac step-down units
Facilities with dedicated telemetry or step-down units hire Cardiac Monitor Technicians most consistently. Health systems running cardiac catheterization labs or cardiovascular ICUs are your strongest leads for sponsored roles, since they staff monitoring positions year-round rather than on seasonal cycles.
Clarify TN eligibility before the offer stage
Ask your recruiter whether their legal team has filed TN petitions for allied health technicians before. Some smaller hospitals default to H-1B assumptions. Confirming TN familiarity early prevents a misaligned offer letter that lists the wrong visa category and delays your start date.
Search TN-specific roles using Migrate Mate
Standard job boards don't filter by visa type or employer sponsorship experience. Use Migrate Mate to find Cardiac Monitor Technician openings at employers with recent visa filings, which signals they're experienced with visa sponsorship processes. This approach cuts research time between application and opportunity, since you'll be targeting companies already familiar with supporting work visa candidates.
Request a TN support letter covering your duties
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your cardiac monitoring duties in terms that map to the USMCA allied professional category. A generic offer letter listing your title alone isn't sufficient. Request a detailed letter covering ECG interpretation, arrhythmia detection, and any physician-directed monitoring responsibilities.
Understand port-of-entry processing for Canadians
Canadian citizens don't file with USCIS in advance. You present your TN packet at a land border port of entry or preclearance airport. CBP officers review it on the spot, so a complete, well-organized packet with the support letter, credentials, and job offer avoids unnecessary delays.
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Does the Cardiac Monitor Technician role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Cardiac Monitor Technicians can qualify under the USMCA's Medical/Allied Professional category, provided you hold a recognized allied health credential or documented cardiac monitoring training. The role must involve duties such as ECG interpretation and arrhythmia detection under physician supervision. The specific credential and job description both factor into CBP's determination at the time of your application.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadians, so there's no random selection risk that would block your employment start. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance and entry into an oversubscribed lottery. For Cardiac Monitor Technicians with a qualifying credential and a U.S. employer ready to file, TN is a faster and more predictable path than H-1B.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa for this role?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter that details your job title, a description of cardiac monitoring duties, your qualifications, the employment duration, and your compensation arrangement. You'll also need your credential documentation and, if applicable, degree transcripts. Canadian citizens present this packet directly to CBP. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate and receive a TN visa stamp before entry.
How do I find Cardiac Monitor Technician jobs that explicitly offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by TN sponsorship status, which means you spend time applying to roles where the employer isn't prepared to file. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN and other work visa job searches, letting you find Cardiac Monitor Technician openings where employers have already indicated sponsorship availability, so you're not starting from scratch with every application.
Can Mexican citizens get TN sponsorship for Cardiac Monitor Technician roles?
Yes, Mexican citizens are eligible for TN status under USMCA, but the process differs from the Canadian route. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate and receive a TN visa stamp before traveling to work in the U.S. The same allied health documentation and employer support letter requirements apply. Processing timelines at the consulate vary, so building in extra lead time before your intended start date is advisable.
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