Job Description

Your Opportunity:

The capital city of Alberta has everything you need and more. Edmonton hugs the North Saskatchewan River, and the river valley parkland is the largest corridor in North America - over 22 times larger than New York City\'s Central Park! With over 30 miles of trails to walk and bike, there\'s ample opportunity to enjoy the expansive park space. In addition, the local arts and entertainment scene is second-to-none, with fantastic restaurants, professional sports teams, and world-class shopping at the largest mall in North America. The University of Alberta Hospital is one of Canada\'s leading clinical, research and teaching hospitals, treating more than 700,000 patients annually from western and northern Canada and offering a wide range of diagnostic and treatment services. This facility, under a shared services model, is one of Alberta Health Services\' five specialized Neurophysiology Laboratories in the Edmonton Zone. The Electroneurophysiology (EEG) Technologist I perform standard neurophysiology tests on adults, children and infants. This includes EEG, long term video monitoring and may include Evoked Potentials. The EEG Technologist I will primarily carry out EEG studies to support service delivery within the Clinical Neurophysiology program and will perform testing in an outpatient setting, in the ICU and emergency departments. This is skilled technical work involving the measurement and recording of brain waves to obtain data to assist in the diagnosis of neurological disorders. EEG Technologist, I work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary health care team, utilizing the principles of family-centred care and meeting the diagnostic needs of this patient population. This is a multisite position in the Edmonton zone. The primary location is to be determined and subject to change.

Description:

As an Electroneurophysiology (EEG) Technologist, you will perform appropriate tests on all age groups, utilizing a variety of electrode application methods and explain testing procedures to clients/patients and family. You will observe physical changes in the patient during testing, prepare results and/or interprets findings for/with physician. You will prepare, update and maintain patient records. You will ensure proper operation of equipment by performing maintenance, calibration, cleaning and detect any equipment malfunction, make minor repairs or report the need for major repairs to the appropriate person. You will inform the physician of urgent examination results and resolve unusual or complex cases or refers concerns to the appropriate individual(s).

• Classification: EEG Technologist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Neurophysiology Lab
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 27-APR-2023
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 07-MAY-2023
• Temporary End Date: 06-OCT-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, On Call
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $34.75
• Maximum Salary: $45.77
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT). Additional Required Qualifications:

Registered or eligible for registration with the CBRET (EEG). Diploma or Degree from an accredited electrophysiology program (in lieu of a Diploma or Degree, 2 years full time experience in a Neurophysiology lab maybe considered). CPR certification. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills with patients, families, and other staff. Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrates ability to be flexible in dealing with changing/unpredictable situations. Transferring of patients and equipment is required. Demonstrated understanding of a Family Centered Care Service delivery model. Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in clinical Neurophysiology in a pediatric and adult settings preferred.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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