Exercise Lab Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization seeks a dedicated EKG Technologist to join their Cardiac Stress Lab team. This role involves monitoring specialized equipment, analyzing physiological parameters, and ensuring patient safety during testing. With a focus on teamwork and patient-centered care, you will contribute to vital clinical research and assist in training new staff. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply and be part of a collaborative environment that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as an EKG Technologist in healthcare.
• Successful completion of a recognized Cardiology Technology program required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate specialized equipment for patient testing.
• Analyze physiological parameters and respond to medical situations.

Skills

EKG Technologist Experience

Cardiac Medications Knowledge

Emergency Response Procedures

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Cardiology Technology Program

CSCT Certification

Job description

Requisition ID: 380700

PositionNumber: 20090558

Posting End Date: May 16, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Shared Health -Winnipeg Shared Health

Department / Unit: Cardiac Stress Lab

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 06/02/2025 - 08/02/2025

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $30.418 , $31.798 , $33.266 , $34.789 , $36.421 , $38.121 , $39.891

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Health Services, the incumbent, working independently, is responsible for patient testing, including:

• The monitoring and operation of specialized equipment.
• The analysis of all physiological parameters monitored.
• The appropriate reactions to adverse medical situations.
• The incumbent ensures consistency of action for all procedures, assists in the training of new Exercise Lab Technologist staff, and assists medical personnel with clinical research as requested.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an EKG Technologist in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous Stress Lab experience preferred.
• Individuals must be able to recognize contra-indications for stress testing patients, abnormal responses during testing, and be able to respond appropriately.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Successful completion of a recognized Cardiology Technology program required.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT) exam required.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Advanced arrhythmia recognition preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Must be certified and maintain current registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• A basic knowledge of cardiac medications and their effects on the variables monitored in the Lab required.
• A basic knowledge of emergency response procedures required.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills required.

Physical Requirements

• The working environment involves exposure to Nuclear Medicine isotopes.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases.
• May be exposed to extreme client injuries.
• Physical demands involve walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.