Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. We are also proud to be named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.ca
FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status to the Hospital’s Workplace Health and Safety department. Fully vaccinated: having received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by WHO (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series), and having received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago.
Reporting to the Manager of Cardiac Diagnostics, the Cardiac Technician will be responsible for providing diagnostic support for the physician in the diagnosis of cardiac disorders, cardiac stress testing, holter monitoring, and electrocardiography. Responsibilities include: Assisting with stress echo, prepare the skin and attach electrodes as necessary for a good quality tracing, insertion of IV′s as necessary, take and monitor blood pressure, monitor patient before, during and after test, holter hook-ups and holter analysis and assessment, performing standard ECG, recognizes arrhythmias in resting and exercise electrocardiography, set up, operate and maintain testing equipment, performing minor maintenance adjustment and contacting biomedical engineering for repair when necessary, order and restock lab supplies, prepare and distribute report to physicians for interpretation and dictation, responds to emergency situations, and keeps accurate record of all tests. You may be scheduled at any SHN campus based on departmental needs.
Requirements:
• Current registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
• Clinical and technical experience in electrocardiography, holter monitoring, event recorder monitoring, stress testing, and Blood Pressure Monitoring
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organization skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, a team player
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN′s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Excellent work performance and attendance
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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