Cardiology Technologist Student

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Brandon, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 and promote good health and quality of life. The role performs high-quality ECGs, recognizes acute changes in cardiograms and alerts the physician or responsible person, and answers calls and prioritizes them as Stat, Urgent, or Routine. The student makes information available to physicians by fax or photocopy and performs rhythm strips or special lead combinations as requested. The position also includes maintaining equipment cleanliness and integrity, assisting with Holter cleaning, following microbial safety principles such as isolation techniques and universal precautions, cleaning equipment daily, performing basic maintenance of lead wires and electrodes, and reporting equipment malfunctions to a supervisor. Other duties may be assigned as required. This is a 0.50 FTE, in-person term position at Shared Health – Brandon Regional Health Center. The anticipated term is November 27, 2026, to September 14, 2028, and may end earlier as outlined in the collective agreement. Shifts may include days, evenings, and weekends. The role is under the direction of the Diagnostic Services Manager and requires the student to work under the direction and supervision of a qualified Cardiology Technologist.

Requirements

Successfully complete the required didactic/theoretical and clinical hands-on training applicable to assigned duties before commencing employment.
Complete high school education meeting Manitoba standards.
Be currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiology Technology program at a recognized post-secondary educational institution.
Provide confirmation of current enrollment and completed clinical training from the educational institution if requested.
Maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) training in accordance with employer policy.
Demonstrate the clinical knowledge and practical competencies necessary to safely perform assigned Cardiology Technologist duties under the direction and supervision of a qualified Cardiology Technologist.
Be proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, Internet applications, and other information technology.
Demonstrate leadership, written and oral communication skills, and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
Have strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to display independent judgment.
Respect and promote a culturally diverse population and confidentiality.
Be able to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis.
Satisfy the required Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality ECGs accurately.
Recognize acute changes in cardiograms and alert the physician or responsible person.
Answer calls and prioritize them as Stat, Urgent, or Routine.
Make information available to physicians by fax or photocopy.
Perform rhythm strips or special lead combinations as requested.
Maintain the cleanliness and integrity of equipment.
Assist with Holter cleaning.
Follow microbial safety principles, including isolation techniques and universal precautions.
Clean equipment daily and perform basic maintenance of lead wires and electrodes.
Report equipment malfunctions to a supervisor.
Perform other duties as required.