Registered Cardiology Technologist Advanced - Diagnostic Imaging

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•New Waterford, NS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Cardiology Technologist performs the following noninvasive cardiac diagnostic tests: Electrocardiograms, Signal Average Electrocardiograms, Ambulatory Monitoring (Holter Scanning/Interpretation Event Loop Recorder), and physician-assisted Exercise Tolerance Testing (Stress Testing). The Technologist prepares patients for ambulatory monitoring which is a non-invasive monitoring device worn by patients for 24 hours (Holter) or several weeks (Loop). The Technologist is responsible for preparing patients requiring stress and tilt table testing, performing stress tests under the direct supervision of the Cardiologist. The Registered Cardiology Technologist will also be responsible for precepting/mentoring all 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 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).
Prepares patients for ambulatory monitoring (Holter or Loop recorders).
Prepares patients for stress and tilt table testing.
Performs stress tests under the direct supervision of the Cardiologist.
Precepts/mentors all new learners in the department.
Travel to other sites may be required.