Cardiology Technologist I - CK Hui Heart Centre

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Cardiology Technologist I to support the Cardiac Outpatient Department at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. You will prepare patients for non-invasive cardiac testing, explain procedures, collect history, and provide data for physician interpretation.

You will set up and calibrate equipment, perform Holter monitoring and exercise stress testing, and contribute to trainee evaluation while maintaining high standards of patient care across the site.

Qualifications

• Completion of certificate from an accredited school of Cardiology Technology.
• Active or eligible ASRCT registration.
• Active CSCT registration and BCLS-HCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze 12/15 lead ECG recordings throughout the site.
• Perform EST under physician supervision, including pharmacological stress testing.
• Organize, apply, download and analyze Holter/Event monitors independently.
• Interpret recordings and promptly report abnormalities to the physician.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot department equipment.
• Comply with AHS policies and participate in professional development.

Skills

Non-invasive testing

Interpersonal skills

Communication under stress

Attention to detail

Education

Cardiology Technology certificate

ASRCT registration

CSCT registration

BCLS-HCP

Tools

ECG equipment

Holter monitors

Exercise stress testing

Connect Care workflows

Job description

As a member of the Cardiology Outpatient Clinics, this Card Tech I position is a skilled technical position involving non-invasive cardiac testing procedures to investigate cardiac abnormalities and level of function via physiologic recorders (electrocardiographs, Holter monitors/analysis, and event monitors) and stress testing equipment. Applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills, demonstrate ability to clearly communicate in stressful situations, be able to identify when to escape clinical findings appropriately, and consistently execute attention to detail in work performance. The successful applicant will complete all required duties including; perform and analyze 12/15 lead ECG recordings throughout the entire site, perform EST under the supervision of a Physician ( including pharmacological stress testing), be proficient in organizing, applying, initiating, downloading and analyzing holter/event monitors independently, and be able to accurately interpret various recordings and promptly report abnormalities requiring immediate attention to the responsible physician. You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment utilized within the department, comply with all AHS policies/procedures/guidelines, be responsible for self-identifying professional development needs/competencies thereby seeking appropriate learning opportunities, and critically reflect on abilities/practices. Data entry/scheduling tests as required. In addition to the above work requirements, physical demands of the job include sitting and standing for prolonged periods, walking throughout the large RAH campus, lifting and pushing office/medical supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs, using repetitive motions, bending, and reaching frequently.

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: ECG/Stress/Holter - Cardiac Outpatient Department
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 23-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days
• 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: ECG/Stress/Holter - Cardiac Outpatient Department
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 23-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days
• 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:

Should applicant be relocating from another Canadian Province. Working to full scope of the job classification and duties is a requirement as listed in the job description. Excellent communication techniques and strong interpersonal skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

High degree of customer service, problem solving, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills are essential. Minimum of 1-year recent experience in a hospital/acute care setting is preferred with preference given to applicants who have proficient knowledge in Holter/Event monitor analysis and Exercise Stress Testing. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Connect Care workflows pertaining to ECG/Stress/and Holter preferred.

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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