Registered Neurodiagnostic Technologist – Casual
City : Toronto
Category : Casual/Internship
Industry : Healthcare
Employer : The Hospital for Sick Children
About Sickkids
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.
Posting Description
The Department of Neurophysiology at The Hospital for Sick Children is seeking a Registered Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join our team.
As a Neurodiagnostic Technologist, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, skilled, and compassionate care while performing advanced diagnostic testing procedures. You'll work closely with children and families in a collaborative clinical setting. If you're passionate about pediatric care, advanced diagnostics, and working in an environment where your skills change lives'we want to hear from you.
Here's What You'll Get To Do:
- The Neurophysiology Technologist provides/ensures the competent and compassionate care of children (and their families) while preforming one or more of the following procedures: Electroencephalography (EEG) and Evoked Potentials (EP) an Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) in the Neurophysiology Lab. Additional training duties may include the ability to perform all routine and advanced level neurophysiological testing without supervision in areas such as: epilepsy monitoring, invasive monitoring, cortical stimulation, functional mapping and Magnetoencephalography (MEG).
- This involves obtaining a current clinical neurological history of the patient, educating the patient/family about the procedure, preparing the patient for the procedure, performing the procedure utilizing specialized computer and/or video/digital equipment, producing a detailed technical report and consulting with other health care professionals.
- The Neurophysiology Technologist is also responsible for operating the machinery/equipment to aid in the patient's responses, as well as maintaining the equipment in good working condition, which includes performing routine/emergency testing and troubleshooting.
- In addition, this position may require participating in teaching, training and other educational activities. This position may require working after hours, weekend and/or evening work on an on-call basis and the ability to work flexible hours.
Here's What You'll Need:
Essential Requirements
- Registered Technologist (R.E.T.) Certificate from the CBRET.**Please include proof of CBRET registration in your cover letter/resume (ie copy of CBRET certification).
- A graduate from a Canadian Board of Registered Electrophysiology Technologists (CBRET) approved Electrophysiology based program from a recognized college or teaching hospital.
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical Neurophysiological experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively, efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment in stressful situations to meet patient care needs.
- Effective computer skills and can meet continuing education requirements.
- Patient and family-care oriented.
- Understand importance and demonstrates ability to foster a culture of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Assets:
- University background in sciences.
- Membership with the Canadian Association of Electroneurophysiology Technologists (CAET) **or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire.
- Current BCLS certificate. **or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Here's What You'll Love
- A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
- A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
- For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site. .
Employment Type:
- Minimum 7.50hrs/two weeks
- Casual, Permanent
- On-site
Our Commitment to Diversity
The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.
When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.
Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.
How to Apply
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