Diagnostic Neurophysiology Technologist

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 53,629 - 66,937; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits, including MSP and dental

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Access to wellness supports for employees and families

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Diagnostic Neurophysiology Technologist 1 to join the EEG team at Vancouver General Hospital. In this role, you will perform technical functions related to diagnostic neurophysiology, including conducting tests like EEG and evoked potentials.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma of Technology in Electrophysiology, certification with the Canadian Board of Registration of E.E.G. Technologists, and the ability to communicate effectively in a clinical setting. The position offers a comprehensive health benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Graduation with Diploma of Technology in Electrophysiology or equivalent experience.
• Certified with the Canadian Board of Registration of E.E.G. Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various tests including electroencephalography (EEG) and evoked potentials.
• Record measurements and formulate technical reports for medical staff.

Skills

Broad knowledge of electroneurophysiology theory and practice

Knowledge in conducting diagnostic tests including EEG and Evoked Potentials

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Education

Diploma of Technology in Electrophysiology

Certification with the Canadian Board of Registration of E.E.G. Technologists

Job description

Salary range: CAD $38.93/Hr. - CAD $48.59/Hr.

Diagnostic Neurophysiology Technologist 1 – Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Diagnostic Neurophysiology Technologist 1 to join the Electroencephalography (EEG) team at Vancouver General Hospital and supporting UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC.

As a Diagnostic Neurophysiology Technologist 1 you will:

• Perform technical functions related to diagnostic neurophysiology by conducting various tests including electroencephalography (EEG) and evoked potentials (EP), recording measurements, and formulating technical reports for interpretation by medical staff in clinical diagnosis.

Education & Experience

• Graduation with Diploma of Technology in Electrophysiology from a recognized institution and one (1) year directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certification with the Canadian Board of Registration of E.E.G. Technologists (C.B.R.E.T.).

Knowledge & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of electroneurophysiology theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
• Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Knowledge in conducting various diagnostic tests including EEG and Evoked Potentials.
• Skilled in the use of the equipment and techniques appropriate to the assessment of clients.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers, physicians and other health care professionals, and clients and their families, both one-on-one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and database skills.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care. Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.