Cardiology Technologist (Diploma) - Peace Arch Hospital

Fraser Health; White Rock; On-site; CAD 48,587 - 60,683; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for career growth

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization is hiring a Casual Cardiology Technologist for Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock, BC. This position involves performing ECG, stress, and ABP tests, providing patient education, and assisting in training new staff. Candidates should have a Diploma in Cardiology Technology, CSCT certification, and strong communication skills. Join a diverse team committed to making a difference in health care, with opportunities for career growth and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Cardiology Technology Program at the Diploma level.
• Two years of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification from the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT).

Responsibilities

• Perform ECG, stress testing, and ABP monitoring.
• Explain procedures to patients.
• Maintain patient records and files.
• Assist with Pacemaker tasks under supervision.
• Train and orient ECG staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to operate ECG equipment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Cardiology Technology

CSCT certification

Job description

Salary

CAD $35.27 - $44.05 / hour

Job Summary

We’re hiring Casual Cardiology Technologists (Diploma) to join our team at Peace Arch Hospital located in White Rock, BC.

Peace Arch Hospital is a 171‑bed hospital located in White Rock, BC, primarily serving its local communities of South Surrey and White Rock. The hospital offers general medicine, surgery, maternity, inpatient, outpatient care and 24/7 Emergency services with over 51,000 visits annually.

White Rock is known as the jewel of British Columbia, with its sandy beaches, red brick promenade, waterfront eateries, dramatic sunsets, and the warmest ocean water on the Canadian west coast. A quiet, growing, seaside community tucked between Surrey and Washington State, White Rock is a scenic community offering a variety of leisure activities from windsurfing to golfing to oceanfront promenade walks.

Come work with us! 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, and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

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 workforce and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

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 workforce. 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.

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