Registered Cardiology Technologist Advanced - Diagnostic Imaging

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Mira Road, NS

2d•CA$32 - CA$37•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Cardiology Technologist performs noninvasive cardiac diagnostic tests including Electrocardiograms, Signal Average Electrocardiograms, Ambulatory Monitoring (Holter Scanning/Interpretation Event Loop Recorder), and physician-assisted Exercise Tolerance Testing (Stress Testing). The role involves preparing patients for ambulatory monitoring devices (Holter or Loop recorders) and preparing patients for stress and tilt table testing, performing stress tests under the direct supervision of a Cardiologist. Additionally, the Registered Cardiology Technologist will be responsible for precepting/mentoring new learners in the department. Travel to other sites may be required.

Requirements

Grade 12 plus successful completion of a Cardiology Technology program or acceptable equivalent
Current registration and good standing with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists
Current BLS (HCP) certification
Recent clinical experience in an ECG Department
Demonstrated proficiency in performing EKGs, Holter Monitors (includes scanning) and Stress Testing, ambulatory blood pressure monitors and assisting in Pacemaker/ICD clinics
Strong sense of initiative and responsibility
Ability to adapt to flexible workload and stressful situations

Nice To Haves

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

Performs Electrocardiograms
Performs Signal Average Electrocardiograms
Performs Ambulatory Monitoring (Holter Scanning/Interpretation Event Loop Recorder)
Performs physician-assisted Exercise Tolerance Testing (Stress Testing)
Prepares patients for ambulatory monitoring
Prepares patients requiring stress and tilt table testing
Performs stress tests under the direct supervision of the Cardiologist
Precepts/mentors all new learners in the department