Cardiology Technologist II

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services recherche un Cardiology Technologist II pour le CK Hui Heart Centre. Vous travaillerez avec une équipe interdisciplinaire, en offrant des soins centrés sur le patient et en utilisant des compétences critiques pour gérer des dispositifs implantés. Le poste requiert une autonomie élevée et implique des responsabilités dans l'évaluation et l'éducation des patients. Vous serez intégré dans une environnement dynamique où la qualité des soins et le développement professionnel continu sont valorisés.

Qualifications

• Inscription active ou éligible avec ASRCT et CSCT requise.
• Trois ans d'expérience récente en cardiologie préférée.
• Capacité à travailler efficacement en équipe multidisciplinaire.

Responsibilities

• Assurer l'évaluation, la coordination et l'éducation des patients avec des dispositifs cardiaques.
• Gérer la surveillance à distance des dispositifs et les visites de suivi.
• Participer aux activités d'amélioration continue de la qualité.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Certificate from accredited school of Cardiology Technology

BCLS-HCP certification

Enrollment/completion of BCIT Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology Course

Job description

Your Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity within Cardiac Arrhythmia Services at the CK Hui Heart Centre. The Cardiology Technologist II (CT II) will utilize critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to provide exceptional care to individuals with implanted cardiac devices. Responsibilities include assessment, coordination, education, administration, and evaluation of health services through in-person visits, telephone encounters, and online sessions via Zoom/Teams. The CT will handle remote device monitoring, interrogations, and programming within the Cardiac Device Clinic and Pacemaker Implant Suite.

Working closely within an interdisciplinary team, you will help establish standards and provide expertise in new equipment evaluation. Physical demands include standing for extended periods in lead attire, pushing/pulling/transporting over 75 lbs, repetitive typing/computer/telephone work, and lifting, bending, and reaching for prolonged periods. This role offers a high level of autonomy and accountability, including coordinating follow-up visits, testing, and patient/family education on devices, medications, lifestyle changes, and procedures within your scope of practice.

The successful applicant may work full-time hours during the 3-6 month orientation. Staff at the CK Hui Heart Centre serve a diverse patient population and are expected to participate in quality improvement activities, ongoing professional development, and to provide safe, patient-centered care aligned with AHS values.

Position Details:

• Classification: Cardiology Technologist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital, Cardiac Device Clinic/Pacemaker ICD Surgery OR
• FTE: 0.75
• Posting End Date: 04-JUN-2025
• Start Date: 14-JUN-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Salary Range: $35.45 - $46.69 per hour
• Minimum Qualifications: Completion of certificate from an accredited school of Cardiology Technology, active or eligible registration with ASRCT and CSCT, and current BCLS-HCP certification.
• Additional Qualifications: Enrollment in or completion of BCIT Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology Course (or equivalent), maintaining active registration with ASRCT and CSCT, and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team with strong communication skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: Minimum three years recent cardiology experience in a hospital, Connect Care experience in an ambulatory clinic, excellent reliability and critical thinking skills, and understanding of adult learning principles. Candidates may need to pass a theory exam during the interview.