Perform and analyze cardiac diagnostic tests including ECG, stress, and Holter monitoring for physician interpretation. Assist with pacemaker interrogation and maintain patient records within the Meditech database.
Requirements summary
Requires a Diploma in Cardiology Technology and CSCT certification. Candidates must have at least two years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education and training.
professional certificateData AnalysisEquipment MaintenanceStress TestingHolter MonitoringPatient CommunicationElectronic Health RecordsMedical DocumentationClinical TrainingMeditechPacemaker InterrogationElectro Cardiogram (ECG) TestingAmbulatory Blood Pressure (ABP) Monitoring
Job description
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $37.42 - $46.74 / hour Job Summary
Royal Columbian Hospital Royal Columbian Hospital is conveniently located adjacent to the Sapperton SkyTrain station on the Expo Line1.
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Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including: Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
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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.
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.
Benefits
Maternity Top-Up
Benefit Portability
Generous Vacation Time
Immediate Pension Enrollment
TransLink Pass Subsidy
100% Employer-Paid Benefits
Employee Discounts And Perks
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
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with others. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
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.
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