Technologist Jobs in Brandon, MB

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Diagnostic Services Manager, the Cardiology Technologist Student works as part of a multidisciplinary team, to provide best practice Diagnostic Imaging Services on a regional basis in order to promote good health and quality of life.

• To accurately perform high-quality ECG's.
• To recognize any acute changes in the cardiogram and to alert the physician or responsible person.
• To answer calls and set priorities accordingly, e.g. Stat, Urgent, and Routine.
• To make available information to physicians, i.e. fax or photocopy information.
• To perform rhythm strips, or special lead combinations as requested .
• To maintain cleanliness and integrity of equipment.
• Assists with Holter cleaning.
• Practice principles of microbial safety i.e. isolation techniques and universal precautions.
• Daily equipment cleaning.
• Basic maintenance of lead wires and electrodes.
• Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  Other duties as required.

Experience

• Student must have successfully completed the required didactic/theoretical and clinical hands-on training applicable to the assigned duties prior to commencing employment.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Student must be currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiology Technology program at a recognized post-secondary educational institution.
• Students must provide confirmation of their current enrolment and completed clinical training from their educational institution, if requested.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training shall be in accordance with Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology.
• Student must have demonstrated the clinical knowledge and practical competencies necessary to safely perform assigned Cardiology Technologist duties under the direction and supervision of a qualified Cardiology Technologist.
• Demonstrated leadership.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
• Strong organizational, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to display independent judgment.
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis.

Note: This position is subject to a current Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check.

Physical Requirements

Not applicable