Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist (EEG/EMG Tech)

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

16h • CA$39 - CA$49 • Onsite

About The Position

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for an Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist to join the EEG team at Vancouver General Hospital. As an Electroencephalography / Electromyography Technologist with VCH, you will perform technical functions related to Diagnostic Neurophysiology. This includes conducting various tests such as Electroencephalography (E.E.G.), Multiple Sleep Latency, Evoked Potentials, Nerve Conduction studies, Electromyography (E.M.G.) and Magnetic Evoked Potentials (M.E.P.), recording measurements, and formulating technical reports for interpretation by medical staff in clinical diagnosis and performing operating room monitoring procedures, as required.

Requirements

• Graduation with a Diploma of Technology in Electroneurophysiology.
• One (1) year’s recent, related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Certification with the Canadian Board of Registration of E.E.G. Technologists (CBRET) or certification with the American Board of Registration of EEG (ABRET).
• Successful writing of Board of Registration of Electromyography Technologists of Canada (BRETC) certification examination or the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM) or the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) examination.
• Comprehensive knowledge of evidence based Electroneurophysiology practice related to conducting various diagnostic tests including E.E.G., Multiple Sleep Latency, Evoked Potentials, Nerve Conduction studies, EMG, and M.E.P.
• Broad knowledge of Electroneurophysiology theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
• Broad knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with Electroneurophysiology equipment.
• Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader, and facilitator.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safety care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in both one-on-one and in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Skill in the use of equipment, and in techniques appropriate to the assessment of clients.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical functions related to Diagnostic Neurophysiology.
• Conduct various tests such as Electroencephalography (E.E.G.), Multiple Sleep Latency, Evoked Potentials, Nerve Conduction studies, Electromyography (E.M.G.) and Magnetic Evoked Potentials (M.E.P.).
• Record measurements.
• Formulate technical reports for interpretation by medical staff in clinical diagnosis.
• Perform operating room monitoring procedures, as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• 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
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree