Cardiology Technologist

Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered Communities.

Our team of nearly 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care. Learn more.

We are currently looking to fill a Relief Part Time opportunity for a Cardiology Technologist at Royal Columbian Hospital located in New Westminster, BC. This relief role is available until July 2024 or until return of incumbent.

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Fraser Health is proudly recognized as a BC Top Employer. 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.

Effective October 26, 2021 all staff for all positions across health care in British Columbia are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (have received a full series of a World Health Organization "WHO" approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and there are no exceptions.

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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

1. Performs Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and/or event monitor testing and Ambulatory Blood Pressure (ABP) testing.
2. Explains procedures and answers patient questions in preparation for testing.
3. Scans and analyzes ECG, stress and holter monitor test strips; selects and assesses portions of test strips and summarizes for interpretation by medical staff.
4. Under supervision, may assist with Pacemaker interrogation, monitoring and documentation.
5. Enters patient test information as per department protocols, into Meditech to provide Electronic Health Records database for client/patient files.
6. Maintains appropriate files and reports according to established department procedures/policies.
7. Demonstrates ECG testing procedures and operation of related equipment to students and new staff.
8. Provides orientation and training to ECG staff and other hospital staff as directed.
9. Maintains equipment by cleaning, lubricating and replacing items as required; completes requisitions for repair using established procedures.
10. Distributes patient reports to appropriate wards and/or departments.
11. Provides input and assists with the development, implementation and update of department policies and procedures.
12. 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
    
    

13. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
14. Ability to deal effectively with others.
15. Ability to organize work.
16. Ability to operate related equipment.
17. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.