Clinical Electrophysiology Technologist, Cardiac Device/pacemaker

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: PMCC Outpatient Cardiac Clinics
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Grade: B0:06
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $33.86 - $42.32 per hour
Shifts: Monday - Friday; 0730-1530, 0830 - 1630 hours
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: November 18, 2024

Position Summary
The Peter Munk Cardiac Centre program provides world-class cardiovascular care. One of the largest programs of its kind in North America, we are a major referral centre. Our program offers resources and expertise prepared to deal with even the most complex patient cases.

Our multidisciplinary team includes physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, dieticians and other allied health professionals with special training in cardiac and vascular conditions and its treatment. Each year, our innovative surgery techniques and outstanding cardiology interventions attract hundreds of visiting professors and trainees from around the globe.

Duties

• Participation with implantation of devices, laser lead extractions and running analyzer software
• Assessment of lead position and function in the OR and Cath Labs
• Assessing the following at routine visits as well as on remote monitoring: troubleshooting of intra-cardiac electrograms, evaluation of the data retrieved from the cardiac rhythm device, arrhythmia report, battery life, lead function and alerting the physician of concerns identified.
• Required practice in a collaborative and patient centered role that complies with departmental and hospital policies, in order to deliver safe and efficient patient care

• Completion of a recognized 2 year Cardiac Technologist Diploma program
• CSCT (Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists) registration
• Must be familiar with contemporary pacing practices and be able to respond to emergency situations appropriately (ie: pacemaker/ICD/CRT functions, clinical indications, follow-up and lead malfunctions)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S)
• IBHRE Certification an Asset
• Previous experience and knowledge of PM/ICD/CRT algorithms
• Ability to work full shift wearing mask and lead aprons
• Comprehensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology
• Excellent problem recognition and problem solving skills
• Effective time management skills, ability to organize work and set priorities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work effectively as both a team member and autonomous professional
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions
• Ability to meet patient care needs
• Commitment to continuing education to ensure maintenance of competencies and current best practice in device management
• Knowledge of hospital emergency codes and procedure
• Previous experience with pacemaker and defibrillator programming, an asset

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.