Cardiology Technologist II in Edmonton

This is an exciting opportunity within the Outpatient Department of the CK Hui Heart Centre. The Cardiology Technologist II (CT II) 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 sessions.

The CT II is responsible for remote device monitoring, device interrogations, and device programming within both the Device Clinic and the Pacemaker Implant Suite as required, as well as filling additional roles within the Pacemaker Implant suite as required. Working within the clinic team, you will participate in the establishment of standards and clinic objectives.

Physical demands of the job include standing for extended periods while wearing lead attire, pushing/pulling/transporting more than 75 lbs on a regular basis, using repetitive motions such as typing/computer/telephone work, and lifting/bending/reaching for prolonged periods. This role has a high level of autonomy and accountability. You will coordinate follow-up visits, testing, and provide education on devices, medications, lifestyle changes, and tests/procedures that fall within your scope of practice.

The successful applicant must be actively completing the BCIT Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology Event Certificate program and have a minimum of 4 months clinical experience within a Cardiac Device Clinic. Staff at the CK Hui Heart Centre are expected to participate in quality improvement activities, mentor new staff, 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 transdisciplinary case management and perform pacemaker technology functions on a regular ongoing basis.

Required Qualifications:

• 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 active enrollment in, or completion of, the BCIT Cardiac Rhythm Device Technology Event Certificate (or equivalent) required.
• Active registration status “Active In good standing” with the Alberta Society of Registered Cardiology Technologists (ASRCT); good standing status must be maintained throughout employment.
• Active registration status “In good standing” with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT); “Active in good standing” status must be maintained throughout employment.
• Minimum 4 months of clinical experience within a Cardiac Device Clinic as a CT II required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) - maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to excel in a multidisciplinary team environment with strong communication skills and flexibility required.

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.

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.

AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.