Certified Cardiac Technician

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto, ON is seeking a Certified Cardiac Technician who will collaborate with health service staff and the interdisciplinary team to ensure ECG procedures meet standards. The role supports coordinating daily clinical activities within the Cardiac Ambulatory Diagnostics Clinics and reports to the Manager and Diagnostic Imaging Director.

Fulfilling this role requires extensive experience in Holter scanning, stress testing, and ECG testing, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Holter scanning and stress testing.
• Recent experience performing ECG testing.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform ECG procedures for admitted patients in various patient-care areas.
• Coordinate day-to-day clinical activities in Cardiac Ambulatory Diagnostics Clinics.
• Communicate departmental issues and concerns to the Manager.

Skills

ECG testing

Holter scanning

Stress testing

Verbal & written communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

ECG Certificate Course

Cardiovascular Technician degree or Technologist course

CTA/CSCT registration

BLS certification

Tools

Holter monitors

Job description

Position Overview

The Certified Cardiac Technician works collaboratively with the Health Service staff and interdisciplinary team and accountable to the Manager and Diagnostic Imaging Director in ensuring patient diagnostic procedures are performed within acceptable standards. Assist in coordinating the day-to-day clinical activities related to patient-focused care within the Cardiac Ambulatory Diagnostics Clinics. Performs ECG procedures for the admitted patients within the various patient-care areas and communicates departmental issues and concerns to the Manager.

Position Overview

The Certified Cardiac Technician works collaboratively with the Health Service staff and interdisciplinary team and accountable to the Manager and Diagnostic Imaging Director in ensuring patient diagnostic procedures are performed within acceptable standards. Assist in coordinating the day-to-day clinical activities related to patient-focused care within the Cardiac Ambulatory Diagnostics Clinics. Performs ECG procedures for the admitted patients within the various patient-care areas and communicates departmental issues and concerns to the Manager.

Education

• ECG Certificate Course completed
• Cardiovascular Technician graduate or Technologist course through the Michener Institute and or approved Health Sciences Institute
• Registered or a member with the CTAO/CSCT
• Recent BLS

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Holter scanning and stress testing
• Recent relevant experience in performing ECG testing
• Knowledge in cardiac anatomy and physiology
• Professional and cooperative; mature, reliable and responsible
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well independently and with the interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrates excellence in providing patient focused care
• Demonstrated commitment to on-going learning
• Demonstrates the values of TEGH
• Good work and attendance record required
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.