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ECG Technician

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Healthcare
  • Brantford

Requirements

  • Secondary School Diploma
  • Graduate of Cardiovascular Technologist Diploma Program
  • Ontario Association of Cardiology Technologists (OACT) registration.
  • Committed to professional continuing education.
  • Current CPR Certification
  • Minimum of 1 year current experience in an ECG lab
  • Holter application and scanning experience
  • Demonstrated general computer skills
  • Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, teamwork skills
  • Demonstrated initiative and judgment appropriate for the position.
  • Ability to accept assigned or delegated functions
  • Ability to set priorities and organize work accordingly
  • Ability to deal with various hospital departments effectively and collaboratively
  • Ability to lift using appropriate lifting techniques and bend, push and pull using good body mechanics.
  • Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that the patient's needs are met in a caring and professional manner and in accordance with the legislation, regulation, bylaws, policies and procedures governing the Hospital and the Cardiac Diagnostics and through interaction with the Cardiovascular Technologist and other health care professionals.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the ECG Technician position?

Candidates must have a Secondary School Diploma, be a graduate of a Cardiovascular Technologist Diploma Program, have Ontario Association of Cardiology Technologists (OACT) registration, and hold a current CPR Certification.

Is prior experience required for this position?

Yes, a minimum of 1 year of current experience in an ECG lab is required for the ECG Technician position.

Are there any specific skills needed for this role?

Yes, effective communication skills (both verbal and written), interpersonal skills, teamwork skills, general computer skills, and the ability to prioritize and organize work are essential.

What type of positions are available at BCHS?

BCHS offers casual, part-time, and full-time positions.

Does BCHS provide support for further education?

Yes, BCHS offers a Tuition Reimbursement program through a Centralized Education Fund for employees pursuing further education.

What benefits does BCHS offer to employees?

Employees at BCHS benefit from a HOOPP Pension Plan, predictable work locations, discounted onsite parking, an Employee Assistance program, and ongoing infection control measures.

Is there an opportunity for career development at BCHS?

Yes, BCHS is committed to professional continuing education and supports career development for its employees.

How does BCHS ensure a safe workplace?

BCHS prioritizes safety for patients, workers, and the workplace, promoting good stewardship in identifying, reporting, and mitigating unsafe acts or conditions.

Is BCHS an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, BCHS is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, welcoming applications from various underrepresented groups.

What accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities?

BCHS is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices, and applicants may request accommodations during the recruitment process.

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Mission & Purpose

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) in Brantford and Paris Ontario, is a leading community health care organization with a total of 262 beds and more than 2,300 staff, physicians and volunteers providing support, programs and services to over 120,000 residents in our community. In 1999, The Willett Hospital in Paris and the Brantford General Hospital became the first two partners in the BCHS. The Brantford General Hospital is a regional acute health centre and the Willett site provides urgent care and ambulatory services for those in need. The BCHS has been awarded the 'Gold' Quality Healthcare Workplace award by the Ontario Hospital Association and Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for two years in a row and are an affiliated teaching site of the McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. We are also the regional centre for Paediatrics, Mental Health, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, CT Scanning, Critical Care, Surgical Services, Ambulatory Care and Emergency Medicine and the site of the Brant Community Cancer Clinic and the S.C. Johnson Dialysis Clinic for patients throughout Brant County and Haldimand-Norfolk.