Cardiology Technologist II - Cardiac Device Clinic
Your Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity within Cardiac Arrhythmia Services at the CK Hui Heart Centre. The Cardiology Technologist (CT) will utilize critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to provide exceptional care to individuals who have an implanted cardiac device. Duties include the assessment, coordination, education, administration, and evaluation of health services via a variety of platforms including in-person visits, telephone encounters, and online zoom/Teams sessions. The CT will be responsible for remote device monitoring, device interrogations, and device programming within the Cardiac Device Clinic; which may also include the Pacemaker Implant Suite as required. Working closely within the interdisciplinary team, you will participate in the establishment of standards/objectives and provide expertise in the selection and evaluation of new equipment. This role has a high level of autonomy and accountability. You will coordinate follow-up visits and testing, and provide patient/family education on devices, medications, lifestyle changes, and tests/procedures that fall within your scope of practice. The successful applicant will be encouraged to work (up to) full-time hours during the 3-6 month orientation period and once completed, there is opportunity to work additional hours within the Cardiac Arrhythmia Services program. In addition, funding opportunities within AHS exist for individuals who want to pursue, or are currently enrolled, in the BCIT Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology Event Certificate. Staff at the CK Hui Heart Centre serve a diverse patient population and we want to do it well. Staff are expected to participate in quality improvement activities, demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development, and provide safe, quality patient and family-centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.
Description:
As a Cardiology Technologist, you will participate in the establishment of standards, goals and objectives and provide expertise in the selection and evaluation of new equipment. You will provide cardiology technology expertise for trans disciplinary case management and perform pacemaker technology functions on a regular ongoing basis.
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Cardiology Technologist II
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Cardiac Device Clinic, Pacemaker Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Surgery Operating Room
- Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.87
- Posting End Date: 23-DEC-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 06-JAN-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 52
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $35.45
- Maximum Salary: $46.69
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of certificate from an accredited school of Cardiology Technology. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta Society of Registered Cardiology Technologist (ASRCT). Active or eligible for registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:Current enrollment in, or completion of the BCIT Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology Event Certificate (or equivalent) required. Ability to excel in a multidisciplinary team environment with strong communication skills and flexibility required. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered, please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.
Preferred Qualifications:Minimum three years of recent cardiology experience in a hospital setting preferred. Connect Care experience in an Ambulatory Clinic preferred. Excellent reliability and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated understanding of adult learning principles. Candidates may be required to write a theory exam during the interview. Failure to achieve a passing mark on the exam may impact the decision to hire.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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