Cardiology Technologist (Diploma)

Fraser Health Authority; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority is seeking an experienced ECG Technician to perform ECG, stress tests, Holter, and ABP monitoring in a hospital setting. Under supervision, you will assist with pacemaker interrogation and ensure accurate data entry into the electronic health records system.

You will train new staff and contribute to department policy updates. Applicants should hold a Cardiology Technology Diploma with CSCT certification and demonstrate strong communication, organization, and equipment

Qualifications

• Completion of a Cardiology Technology Diploma plus two years of related experience.
• CSCT certification is required or preferred for this role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs ECG testing, stress testing, Holter and ABP testing.
• Explains procedures and answers patient questions prior to testing.
• Scans and analyzes ECG, stress and Holter test strips for interpretation by medical staff.
• Assists with Pacemaker interrogation, monitoring and documentation as directed.
• Enters patient test information into Meditech for electronic health records.
• Maintains department files and reports per procedures.
• Demonstrates ECG procedures to students and new staff.
• Provides orientation and training to ECG staff and other hospital personnel.
• Maintains equipment and arranges for repairs as needed.
• Distributes patient reports to appropriate wards/departments.
• Contributes to development and updates of department policies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Physical capacity

Education

Cardiology Technology Diploma

CSCT certification

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $37.42 - $46.74 / hour

Job Summary

Come work with us!

We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health; we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including earning four weeks of vacation in your first year, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Detailed Overview

Under general supervision, performs techniques relating to Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and Ambulatory Blood Pressure (ABP) monitoring. Performs related procedures including scanning, analyzing and selecting portions of test strips; records, summarizes and/or interprets data for use by physician. As required, under the direction of a physician and under supervision, may assist with Pacemaker interrogation, monitoring and documentation.

Responsibilities

1. Performs Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and/or event monitor testing and Ambulatory Blood Pressure (ABP) testing.
2. Explains procedures and answers patient questions in preparation for testing.
3. Scans and analyzes ECG, stress and holter monitor test strips; selects and assesses portions of test strips and summarizes for interpretation by medical staff.
4. Under supervision, may assist with Pacemaker interrogation, monitoring and documentation.
5. Enters patient test information as per department protocols, into Meditech to provide Electronic Health Records database for client/patient files.
6. Maintains appropriate files and reports according to established department procedures/policies.
7. Demonstrates ECG testing procedures and operation of related equipment to students and new staff.
8. Provides orientation and training to ECG staff and other hospital staff as directed.
9. Maintains equipment by cleaning, lubricating and replacing items as required; completes requisitions for repair using established procedures.
10. Distributes patient reports to appropriate wards and/or departments.
11. Provides input and assists with the development, implementation and update of department policies and procedures.
12. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Completion of a recognized Cardiology Technology Program at the Diploma level plus two (2) years recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT) certified.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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