Electromyography Technologist 1

Come work as an Electromyography Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Electromyography Technologist to join the Neuromuscular Disease team at Vancouver General Hospital. Apply today to join our team

As an Electromyography Technologist with VCH you will:

• Perform various diagnostic tests/techniques to assist physician in detecting disorders of the brain and nervous system.
• Operate electromyographic equipment to conduct electrophysiological tests such as evoked potential, nerve conduction velocity, muscle strength and repetitive stimulation and perform other neurophysiological tests as required.
• Record measurement and formulate technical reports for interpretation by medical staff to assist with clinical diagnosis.
• Guide clinical experience of assigned new staff and students and provide input to supervisor as required.

All work performed on electronic equipment and systems is done in accordance with, where applicable, bylaws, regulations, codes and standards.

Education & Experience

• Diploma from an accredited program in electroneurophysiology and one year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 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 & Abilities

• Ability to keep abreast of current professional standards and technical knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties accurately and maintain quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.

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?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• 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

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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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.