DEPARTMENT: Special Testing
POSTING NUMBER: 1506-7
DATE POSTED: November 19, 2007
POSITION: Full-time EMG/ EEG Technologist- Dual Role
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday with potential to be oncall
Union: Non
JOB SUMMARY:
The incumbent will be
responsible for the performance of EMG and Nerve Conduction studies on referred patients and for the
administrative functions associated with operation of the EMG Lab. The technologist
also performs the financial, human resource, statistical compilation and supplies
inventory control necessary for day to day lab operation. The technologist will work under the
leadership of a neurologist in multi-disciplinary, hospital based outpatient
and inpatient clinic environment with emphasis on continuing education. The incumbent will review patient’s case history and assess the nature of the problem to
determine processes and tests required.
The candidate will be expected to operate
diagnostic equipment to record the electrical activity of the brain, cranial
and central nervous system. The
candidate will prepare recordings and
reports for interpretation by neurologists
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:
·
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology or related biological science.
·
Graduation with Diploma of Technology in one year
directly related experience and certification with the Canadian Board of
Registration of E.E.G technologist or equivalent combination of education
training and experience
·
Understanding of neuromuscular anatomy and physiology, electrophysiological
equipment and electronic principles.
·
Literacy with computers utilized as a component of the diagnostics
equipment in the laboratory.
·
Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically both
verbally and/or written with all members of the health care team, the patient
and his/her family.
·
Good attendance record
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
·
BRETC registration preferred
·
Dual Registration (BRETC and CBRET) an asset
·
Must have initiative and good judgment
·
A preference of 2 years of active experience performing EMG and Nerve
Conduction studies with knowledge of neuromuscular disorders and
electrophysiological
·
Basic Cardiac Life Support provider as certified by the Ontario Heart
and Stroke Foundation.
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
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APPLICATIONS MUST BE FORWARDED TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT**
Cara Stanton, Recruitment Specialist
Phone: (519) 749- 4300 ex. 7168
Fax: (519) 894-8314