Job Description

Come work as a Electromyography Technologist 2 with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Electromyography Technologist to join the Electromyography team at G.F. Strong, Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Electromyography Technologist 2 you will:

• Work in a team based environment as a sole charge in a small laboratory and is responsible for a variety of quality control and continuous quality improvement programs of the assigned area.
• Perform related administrative duties as required.
• Coordinate the laboratory accreditation activities required through the Diagnostic Accreditation Program.
• Perform a variety of routine and/or complex technical functions related to Diagnostic Neurophysiology, conducting various diagnostic tests such as Nerve Conduction and Electromyography (E.M.G.) tests
• Assist the physicians and the interdisciplinary team with the use of Motor Point Block procedures for accurate identification of the location of overactive muscle or muscle groups.
• Record measurements, formulate technical reports for interpretation by medical staff in clinical diagnosis, enter data into a computerized database and validate and report test results in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
• Participate in designated area training programs, and on designated hospital committees/teams as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation with a Diploma of Technology in Electroneurophysiology (British Columbia\'s Institute of Technology), two years\xe2\x80\x99 recent, related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current registration with the British Columbia Society of Electroneurophysiology Technologists (BCSET).

Knowledge & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of Electrophysiology theory and practice within a client/family centred care model.
• Broad knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Electrodiagnostic Technologists.
• Broad knowledge of Hospital policies, procedures and standards of care.
• Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Broad knowledge of research methodology and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with others in a consultative/collaborative method.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Closing Statement

Prior to Posting, please contact Comp/Class \xe2\x80\x93 Under Review

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada\'s Top 100 Employers in 2023.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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