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Cardiovascular and Pacemaker Technologist (CVT)

Hamilton, ON
$36 - $41/Hourly
Mid Level
Full-Time
Temporary

About the role

##Position Details

**Posting #:**33933
**Department:**Electrodiagnostic - Cardiology
**Employee Type:**Temporary, Full Time
**If Temporary, Number of Weeks:**32
**Union:**OPSEU
**Openings Remaining:**1
**Reason for Posting:**This position is for an existing vacancy.

##Schedule

**Work Days:**Monday to Friday
**Time of Day:**Days
**Shift:**5 hour, 7.5 hour
**Shift Start:**Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:**Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

##Application Dates

**Opening Date:**24/03/2026
**Closing Date:**31/03/2026 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

##Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY The successful candidate performs, processes and coordinates all patient exams—Holter, ECG, BP Monitoring, Cardiac Stress and Pacemaker; and completes all necessary documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current registration with the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologist (CSCT)
  • Two-year Community College diploma in CVT program
  • Experience in ECG
  • Experience in Cardiac Stress
  • Experience in Holter Scanning
  • Experience in Pacemaker Interrogation
  • Extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathology
  • Proficient at identifying all cardiac arrhythmias
  • Demonstrated advanced ECG interpretive skills
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Current BCLS
  • Strong knowledge of emergency procedure and crash cart medications

RESPONSIBILITES

  • Provide excellent patient care
  • Ensures timely completion of exams in an efficient and smooth-running lab
  • Prioritizes requests accordingly
  • Responsible for screening, performing, monitoring and assessing patients during procedure
  • Responsible for flagging any abnormalities to the reporting Cardiologist’s attention
  • Responds and assists Cardiologist if patient becomes unstable during procedure
  • Works closely with Cardiologist to monitor patient and complete procedure as needed
  • Review completed procedure for quality and completion
  • Complete necessary documentation post procedure
  • Complete download of patient information and analyzes/interprets recordings
  • Prints patient recording report as needed
  • Maintain equipment for functionality and archival storage
  • Maintain safe environment for patients, family, visitors and staff
  • Responsible for anti-septic technique for equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • Responsible for checking department crash cart—stocked and ready for use
  • Rotates and performs other CVT modalities and duties as needed
  • Prepare Teletrace patient kits
  • Review and correct procedure information into EPIC (Dovetale), ie ECGs
  • Pacemaker programming/monitoring
  • Pacemaker analysis
  • Assist with training of CVT students
  • Assist with educating other staff, residents, fellows and students

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values*.*

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).

Pay Range Details

$35.93 - $41.39 Hourly

About St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

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Initially opened in 1890, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is a multi-site, values-based, academic health science centre affiliated with McMaster University and Mohawk College. We are committed to making a difference in people's lives and the future of our community through integrated health services and internationally recognized clinical and research programs. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, sensitive care to our patients and their families and to achieving excellence in health care through our ongoing commitment to education and research. Join our team of dedicated professionals who share in the vision of tomorrow and truly believe "it is an honour to serve our community"​.

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