POSITION SUMMARY
The CVT performs, processes and coordinates all patient exams—Holter, ECG, BP Monitoring, and completes all necessary documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Current registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologist (CSCT)
2. Two-year Community College diploma in CVT program
3. Experience in ECG
4. Experience in Cardiac Stress
5. Experience in Holter Scanning
6. Extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathology
7. Proficient at identifying all cardiac arrhythmias
8. Demonstrated advanced ECG interpretive skills
9. Proficient computer skills
10. Current BCLS
11. Strong knowledge of emergency procedure and crash cart medications
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide excellent patient care
2. Ensure timely completion of exams in an efficient and smooth-running lab
3. Prioritize requests accordingly
4. Responsible for screening, performing, monitoring and assessing patients during procedures
5. Flag any abnormalities to the reporting Cardiologist’s attention
6. Respond and assist Cardiologist if patient becomes unstable during procedure
7. Work closely with Cardiologist to monitor patient and complete procedure as needed
8. Review completed procedure for quality and completion
9. Complete necessary documentation post procedure
10. Download patient information and analyze/interpret recordings
11. Print patient recording report as needed
12. Maintain equipment for functionality and archival storage
13. Maintain a safe environment for patients, family, visitors and staff
14. Responsible for anti-septic technique for equipment cleaning and maintenance
15. Check department crash cart—stocked and ready for use
16. Rotate and perform other CVT modalities and duties as needed
17. Prepare Teletrace patient kits
18. Review and correct procedure information into EPIC (Dovetale), ie ECGs
19. Assist with training of CVT students
20. Assist with educating other staff, residents, fellows and students
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