Cardiology Technologist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Calgary is seeking a Cardiology Technologist I in the Cardiac Diagnostics department. You will prepare patients for non-invasive cardiac tests, including Holter monitoring, exercise tolerance testing, and ambulatory monitoring, explaining procedures and collecting history.

You will analyze results, generate physician reports, maintain equipment, and precept staff and students. The role requires ASRCT/CSCT registration and BCLS-HCP, with a focus on accuracy, teamwork,

Qualifications

• Completion of certificate from an accredited school of Cardiology Technology.
• Active or eligible registration with the Alberta Society of Registered Cardiology Technologist (ASRCT).
• Active or eligible registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists Cardiology Technology (CSCT).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for non-invasive cardiac testing (Holter, stress testing, ambulatory monitoring).
• Explain procedures and educate patients on equipment function; collect patient history.
• Analyze and summarize test results and generate reports for physician interpretation.

Skills

Cardiology technology

Stress testing

ECG interpretation

Education

Certificate in Cardiology Technology

Tools

MUSE

GEMS

Cardio Day

Sentinel

Connect Care

Job description

The Cardiac Diagnostics department within SHC is currently recruiting a Cardiology Technologist I. Reporting to the Unit Manager of Cardiac Diagnostics and Clinics, the Cardiology Technologist is responsible for the performance of various cardiac tests, understanding and recognizing the pathophysiology associated with these test results, and processing the resulting data. Specifically, the Cardiology Technologist will: Demonstrate proficiency and prioritization in performing electrocardiograms (ECGs). Apply, process and review the data associated with holter and event monitors. Apply blood pressure monitors. Work collaboratively with various practitioners to facilitate stress testing. The Cardiology Technologist is an essential part of the healthcare team and the successful candidate must possess strong intrapersonal skills, demonstrate an ability to clearly communicate in stressful situations, and consistently execute attention to detail in work performance. The successful candidate will understand and comply with legal requirements of licensure, the Health Professions Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Health Information Act and other relevant legislation. They will also self-identify professional development needs and competencies thereby seeking appropriate learning opportunities and critically reflecting on their abilities and practices.

Description:

As a Cardiology Technologist I, you will prepare the patients (clients, residents) for non-invasive cardiac testing to investigate cardiac abnormalities and level of function, including Holter Monitoring, Exercise Tolerance Testing and Ambulatory Monitoring. You will explain procedures and educate patients on equipment function as required as well as collect client history for procedures and document information for physicians.You will analyze and summarize test results, and generate reports for physician interpretation. You will provide expertise in the set-up, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and will be required to implement resuscitation measures when necessary. You will precept, orient new staff and students and provide input into the evaluation of cardiology trainees and/or students. You will also serve as a clinical resource by providing information regarding cardiology technology to staff and patients.

• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Electrocardiography
• Primary Location: South Health Campus
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 02-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $34.01
• Maximum Salary: $44.13
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Cardiology Technologist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Electrocardiography
• Primary Location: South Health Campus
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 02-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evening, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $34.01
• Maximum Salary: $44.13
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of certificate from an accredited school of Cardiology Technology.Active or eligible registration with the Alberta Society of Registered Cardiology Technologist (ASRCT).Active or eligible registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists Cardiology Technology (CSCT).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Exercise tolerance/Stress testing experience within the last 2 years (equivalent to 0.5 FTE or greater). Experience within the last 2 years (equivalent to 0.5 FTE or greater) performing stress testing associated with myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI).

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cardiology Technologist in an acute care setting within the past 3 years (equivalent to 0.5 FTE or greater). Experience within the last 2 years (equivalent to 0.5 FTE or greater) related to the application, processing, and review of holter and event monitors. Familiarity with the following IT systems: MUSE / GEMS. Cardio Day. Sentinel. Connect Care.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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