Cardiac Diagnostics Scientist: ECG & Monitoring Specialist

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Cardiac Clinical Measurement Scientist to join the Cardiac Investigation Unit in Cairns, Queensland. You will perform routine cardiac investigations and support the clinical team in delivering high-quality patient care.

The role includes participation in an on-call roster, education of students and junior staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety and other workplace standards within a busy regional health service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine cardiac investigation services within the Cardiac Investigation Unit, including 12-lead electrocardiographs (ECGs), application and analysis of Holter and event monitors, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, cardiac exercise stress testing, and haemodynamic monitoring during cardiac catheterisation.
• Participate in an on‑call roster for the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory Team and Echocardiography when clinical competency is reached.
• Provide clinical education pertaining to routine tasks for students and less experienced staff with the support of senior team members.
• Work cooperatively and effectively within the team and with patients/clients.
• Comply with and utilise procedures, polices, regulations and standards which impact upon the position, including human resource management requirements and practices such as workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunities and anti‑discrimination.

Job description

The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Cardiac Clinical Measurement Scientist to join the Cardiac Investigation Unit in Cairns, Queensland. You will perform routine cardiac investigations and support the clinical team in delivering high-quality patient care.

The role includes participation in an on-call roster, education of students and junior staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety and other workplace standards within a busy regional health service.