Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Cardiac Vascular Technologist to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing and coordinating vital patient exams such as Holter monitoring, ECGs, and blood pressure assessments, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. As a key player in a fast-paced lab environment, you will work closely with Cardiologists to monitor patients and respond to any emergencies, all while maintaining meticulous documentation and equipment functionality. If you're passionate about cardiac care and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologist (CSCT) required.
• Extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and arrhythmias is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care and ensure timely completion of exams.
• Monitor patients during procedures and flag abnormalities to Cardiologist.
• Assist with training of CVT students and educate other staff.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Cardiac Stress testing

Holter Scanning

Cardiac anatomy knowledge

Cardiac arrhythmias identification

Advanced ECG skills

Proficient computer skills

BCLS certification

Emergency procedures knowledge

Education

Two-year Community College diploma in CVT program

Tools

EPIC (Dovetale)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The CVT performs, processes and coordinates all patient exams—Holter, ECG, BP Monitoring, and completes all necessary documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Current registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologist (CSCT)
2. Two-year Community College diploma in CVT program
3. Experience in ECG
4. Experience in Cardiac Stress
5. Experience in Holter Scanning
6. Extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathology
7. Proficient at identifying all cardiac arrhythmias
8. Demonstrated advanced ECG interpretive skills
9. Proficient computer skills
10. Current BCLS
11. Strong knowledge of emergency procedure and crash cart medications

RESPONSIBILITES

1. Provide excellent patient care
2. Ensure timely completion of exams in an efficient and smooth-running lab
3. Prioritize requests accordingly
4. Screen, perform, monitor and assess patients during procedures
5. Flag any abnormalities to the reporting Cardiologist’s attention
6. Respond and assist Cardiologist if the patient becomes unstable during procedures
7. Work closely with Cardiologist to monitor patients and complete procedures as needed
8. Review completed procedures for quality and completion
9. Complete necessary documentation post-procedure
10. Download patient information and analyze/interpret recordings
11. Print patient recording reports as needed
12. Maintain equipment for functionality and archival storage
13. Maintain a safe environment for patients, family, visitors, and staff
14. Follow anti-septic technique for equipment cleaning and maintenance
15. Check department crash cart—stocked and ready for use
16. Rotate and perform other CVT modalities and duties as needed
17. Prepare Teletrace patient kits
18. Review and correct procedure information into EPIC (Dovetale), e.g., ECGs
19. Assist with training of CVT students
20. Assist with educating other staff, residents, fellows, and students