Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist (EEG/EMG Tech)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as an Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist. This role involves performing essential diagnostic tests and contributing to patient care in a collaborative environment. You'll work with advanced technology and be part of a team dedicated to promoting health equity and cultural safety. With a commitment to professional development and wellness, this opportunity offers a supportive workplace where you can thrive in your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, apply now and be part of a dynamic team committed to community health.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive discount offers

Qualifications

• Graduation with a Diploma of Technology in Electroneurophysiology required.
• 1 year of related experience or equivalent education and training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various diagnostic tests including E.E.G., EMG, and Nerve Conduction studies.
• Formulate technical reports for clinical diagnosis and monitor procedures.

Skills

Electroneurophysiology

Diagnostic testing

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Cultural safety

Education

Diploma of Technology in Electroneurophysiology

Tools

Electroencephalography equipment

Electromyography equipment

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $36.69/Hr. - CAD $45.81/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as an Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist to join the EEG team at Vancouver General Hospital. Apply today to join our team!

As an Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist with VCH you will:

• Perform technical functions related to Diagnostic Neurophysiology.
• Perform duties including:
• conducting various tests such as Electroencephalography (E.E.G.), Multiple Sleep Latency, Evoked Potentials, Nerve Conduction studies, Electromyography (E.M.G.) and Magnetic Evoked Potentials (M.E.P.),
• recording measurements,
• formulating technical reports for interpretation by medical staff in clinical diagnosis and performing operating room monitoring procedures, as required.

This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation with a Diploma of Technology in Electroneurophysiology.
• One (1) year’s recent, 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.) and successful writing of the Canadian Board of Registration of Electromyography Technologists of Canada (BRETC), the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM) or the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) examination.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based Electroneurophysiology practice related to conducting various diagnostic tests including E.E.G.,
• Multiple Sleep Latency, Evoked Potentials, Nerve Conduction studies, EMG, and M.E.P.
• Broad knowledge of Electroneurophysiology theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
• Broad knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with Electroneurophysiology equipment.
• Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader, and facilitator.
• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in both one-on-one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Skill in the use of equipment, and in techniques appropriate to the assessment of clients.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

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.

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. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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