Cardiology Technologist Student

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Brandon, FL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. 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.

Requirements

• Two (2) years’ experience in performing of ECG and Holter monitoring within the last five (5) years.
• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• BCLS (Level C) required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology.
• Demonstrated leadership.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to relate well to patients.
• 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.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

• Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• To accurately perform routine ECG's.
• To recognize any acute changes in the cardiogram and to alert the physician.
• To answer beeper 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 by physician.
• To maintain cleanliness and integrity of equipment.
• Prepare recorder for Holter Monitoring.
• Assists with blood pressure monitoring and Holter hookup and removal.
• Explain and perform patient hook up.
• Perform a test strip.
• Take tape, diary and requisition to the Holter lab for analyzing.
• To maintain cleanliness and integrity of equipment.
• Assists in in-service education programs, clinical practicums, job shadows, and orientation of new staff.
• Practice principles of microbial safety i.e. isolation techniques and universal precautions.
• Daily equipment cleaning.
• Basic maintenance of lead wires and electrodes.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better.
• If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED