Cardiology Technologist (Diploma)

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $35.27 - $44.05 / hour

Job Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Casual – Cardiology Technologist (Diploma) to join our team at Chilliwack General Hospital located in Chilliwack, B.C.

Come work with us!

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Fraser Health values diversity in the workforce and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

Detailed Overview

Under general supervision, performs techniques relating to Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and Ambulatory Blood Pressure (ABP) monitoring. Performs related procedures including scanning, analyzing and selecting portions of test strips; records, summarizes and / or interprets data for use by physician. As required, under the direction of a physician and under supervision, may assist with Pacemaker interrogation, monitoring and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and / or event monitor testing and Ambulatory Blood Pressure (ABP) testing.
• Explains procedures and answers patient questions in preparation for testing.
• Scans and analyzes ECG, stress and holter monitor test strips; selects and assesses portions of test strips and summarizes for interpretation by medical staff.
• Under supervision, may assist with Pacemaker interrogation, monitoring and documentation.
• Enters patient test information as per department protocols, into Meditech to provide Electronic Health Records database for client / patient files.
• Maintains appropriate files and reports according to established department procedures / policies.
• Demonstrates ECG testing procedures and operation of related equipment to students and new staff.
• Provides orientation and training to ECG staff and other hospital staff as directed.
• Maintains equipment by cleaning, lubricating and replacing items as required; completes requisitions for repair using established procedures.
• Distributes patient reports to appropriate wards and / or departments.
• Provides input and assists with the development, implementation and update of department policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Completion of a recognized Cardiology Technology Program at the Diploma level plus two (2) years recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT) certified.

Skills and Abilities

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care.

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