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Overview Cardiovascular Technologist Fraser Health Authority. Casual role at Royal Columbian Hospital , located in New Westminster, BC . Salary: CAD $36.61 - $45.73 per hour. Responsibilities Prepares patient for procedure by applying electrodes and shave prep if necessary. Gathers patient information/history from patient and Meditech EMR, MUSE and the provincial Cardiac Registry (HeartIS); enters orders in Meditech; prepares information for the patient chart. Sets up, calibrates, monitors and analyzes the patients ECG & hemodynamics during the various procedures; conveys vital information and any changes to the physician. Enters data and prepares reports, with analysis of recorded hemodynamics including ejection fraction, coronary disease, resistances and calculation of valve gradient and area. Sets up, maintains, calibrates, troubleshoots a variety of equipment: physiological data monitoring system, ACT machine, FICK machine, defibrillator. Maintains records for Provincial Cardiac registry (HeartIS). Prepares related paperwork for STEMI cases. Assists in pulling supplies for cases; setting up procedural trays using sterile technique; prepping of patients as required. Under the direction of the physician - participates in defibrillating, external pacing and occasional cardioversion and CPR as required. Other related duties as required. Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology. Two (2) years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Cardiology Pulmonary Technologists (CACPT) and/or CCI RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) credential. Skills And Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with others. Ability to operate related equipment. Ability to organize work. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Benefits Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage. Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax. Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer. Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one. Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave. TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes. Additional employee discounts and perks available. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlakapamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People those we care for and those who care for them are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. Fraser Healths hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. #J-18808-Ljbffr