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ABOUT US

At Kawartha Cardiology, our first priority is the highest possible quality of patient care. Every team member, whether Clerical Support, Health Services, Nursing or other direct patient care, as well as our Physicians contribute and strive to maintain this goal everyday. Respect, trust and collaboration are the values we champion, with our employees, patients, and community. We are dedicated to ensuring a safe and respectful environment for our staff to better serve our patients and our community. Contact us today for more information about available employment opportunities and where to send your resume.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Stress (RN, RPN, CVT)

Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough, Ontario is looking for an exceptional individual to join our team who shares our passion to deliver excellent patient-focused care. KCC is a busy, progressive, fully accredited, state-of-the-art facility serving a large geographic population. There are 7 Cardiologists and over 80 clinical and support staff at KCC. The clinic is outside the Peterborough hospital and works collaboratively with the hospital to provide diagnostic services. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care.

This is a full-time position for Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses or Cardiovascular Technologists who have acute care, cardiology/telemetry or previous stress testing experience to work in our diagnostic Stress Testing labs!

Role Summary: 

• Monitor, analyze and interpret ECGs
• Assess, and treat patient symptoms (ex: chest pain, BP changes)
• Performance of exercise, pharmacological and nuclear stress testing
• Completion of preliminary reports for Cardiologist interpretation
• Experience with IV insertion and IV medication administration an asset
• Monitor supplies & replenish stock as needed
• Other tasks as assigned
• Report to the Stress Team Lead, Clinical Coordinator and Cardiologists as required

Qualifications:

• For RNs and RPNs: Current registration with the College of Nurses (CNO)
• Current member of Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO), Registered Practical Nurses Association (RPNAO)
• For CTVs: Current Membership with Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT) and/or registration with Ontario Society if Cardiology Technologists (OSCT)
• Basic Life Support (CPR); current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) an asset
• Excellent knowledge of ECG interpretation and arrhythmia interpretation
• Knowledge of cardiac medications
• Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team
• Must be able to work effectively with other team members, patients, and family members.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate and properly maintain all equipment
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a busy workload in a high-volume area.
• Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement.
• New grads are welcome!

KCC offers a benefit program, paid time off, a pension program with matching employer contributions and opportunities for career advancement. We offer competitive wages based on skill, ability and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 – 44 per week

Benefits: 
Company pension
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off

Schedule: 
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Contact:  careers@kawarthacardiology.com

Holter & Blood Pressure Monitor Hook-up Technician 

The Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) is a busy, progressive clinic with 7 Cardiologists and over 100 clinical and support staff, serving a large geographical population. Our facility offers an extensive range of services and programs that specialize in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our Ambulatory Monitoring Department as a Holter and Blood Pressure Monitor Hook-Up Technician! This is a full time, permanent position, on site at the Kawartha Cardiology Clinic, located at 327 Charlotte St, Peterborough Ontario.

Qualifications: 

• PSW or Experienced Healthcare Profession
• Ability to perform and interpret patient’s vital signs (Heart rate, blood pressures etc)
• Knowledge of cardiac medications is an asset
• Basic Life Support (CPR) is an asset
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated computer proficiency

Role Summary: 

• Applying holter and blood pressure monitors to patients
• Patient education
• Cleaning/Disinfecting/Maintaining equipment.
• Clerical duties
• Contacting patients on the phone.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Report to the Ambulatory Monitoring Team Lead and Cardiologists as required.
• In-patient Holter hook-ups at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. (reliable transportation is required).

While we appreciate all applications, we can only contact those individuals selected for interview.
We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process (if accommodation is required, Applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: 

• Company pension
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule: 
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Contact:  careers@kawarthacardiology.com

Full-Time Permanent Registered Cardiovascular Technologist – Holter Department

Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough ON is a busy, progressive facility with 8 Cardiologists and over 100 clinical and support staff, serving a large geographical population. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care.

This is a full time permanent position for a Registered Cardiovascular Technologist to join the Ambulatory Monitoring Department.

Monday to Friday- 8am to 430pm.

Role Summary:

• Scan and create preliminary holter and blood pressure monitor reports for Cardiologist Interpretation.
• Apply holter and blood pressure monitors to patients.
• Patient education
• Cleaning/Disinfecting/Maintaining equipment.
• PRHC In-Pt holter hook up (reliable personal transportation needed)
• Report to the Ambulatory Monitoring Team Lead and Cardiologists as required.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• On-Site

***Remote scanning not available***

Qualifications:

• CSCT and/or OSCT registered and in good standing
• New graduates welcome to apply!
• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced ECG Interpretation.
• Ability to perform and interpret patient’s vital signs
• Knowledge of cardiac medications
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients.
• Excellent time management skills
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Able to perform manual blood pressures
• Proficient on computers and familiar with navigating an EMR.
• Basic Life Support (CPR)

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process (if accommodation is required, Applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Contact:  careers@kawarthacardiology.com

Part Time/Casual Cardiac Echo Sonographer

Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough, Ontario is accepting applications for a part-time/ casual Cardiac Sonographer! We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our team who shares our passion to deliver excellent patient-focused care. KCC offers subsidized living accommodations during a transition to the city, attractive remuneration and competitive wages!

Kawartha Cardiology is a busy, progressive, fully accredited, state-of-the-art facility serving a large geographic population. There are 7 Cardiologists and over 80 clinical and support staff at KCC. The clinic is outside the Peterborough hospital and works collaboratively with the hospital to provide diagnostic services. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care. We perform transthoracic echocardiograms, exercise and Dobutamine stress echocardiograms, paediatric echocardiograms, and transesophageal echocardiograms.

The successful applicant must be able to perform high quality transthoracic echocardiograms to assess the cardiac structure and function of the heart. They must be able to provide accurate information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of patients in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualification and Relevant Experience:

• Completion of a recognized post diploma echocardiography program or recognized equivalent.
• Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with CMRITO.
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance
• Registration with the American Registry of Medical Diagnostic Sonographers (ARMDS) or Sonography Canada (CARDUP)
• New grads welcome!
• Transesophageal Echo, Paediatric Echo and/or Stress Echo experience would be an asset.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Must be able to work effectively with other team members, patients, and family members.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and properly maintain all equipment
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a busy workload in a high-volume area.
• Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement.

While we appreciate all applications, we can only contact those individuals selected for interview.

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process (if accommodation is required, Applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance).

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Contact:  careers@kawarthacardiology.com

Full time Echo Sonographer

Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough, Ontario is accepting applications for a full-time/permanent Cardiac Sonographer! We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our team who shares our passion to deliver excellent patient-focused care. KCC offers a generous sign-on bonus, subsidized living accommodations if transitioning to the city, competitive wages, a benefit program, paid time off, a pension program with matching employer contributions and opportunities for career advancement.

Kawartha Cardiology is a busy, progressive, fully accredited, state-of-the-art facility serving a large geographic population. There are 7 Cardiologists and over 80 clinical and support staff at KCC. The clinic is outside the Peterborough hospital and works collaboratively with the hospital to provide diagnostic services. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care. We perform transthoracic echocardiograms, exercise and Dobutamine stress echocardiograms, paediatric echocardiograms, and transesophageal echocardiograms.

The successful applicant must be able to perform high quality transthoracic echocardiograms to assess the cardiac structure and function of the heart. They must be able to provide accurate information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of patients in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualification and Relevant Experience:

• Completion of a recognized post diploma echocardiography program or recognized equivalent.
• Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with CMRITO.
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance
• Registration with the American Registry of Medical Diagnostic Sonographers (ARMDS) or Sonography Canada (CARDUP)
• New grads welcome!
• Transesophageal Echo, Paediatric Echo and/or Stress Echo experience would be an asset.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Must be able to work effectively with other team members, patients, and family members.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and properly maintain all equipment
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a busy workload in a high-volume area.
• Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement.

While we appreciate all applications, we can only contact those individuals selected for interview.

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process (if accommodation is required, Applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance).

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay
• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

Contact: careers@kawarthacardiology.com

Recruitment Process

While we appreciate all applications, we will only contact those individuals selected for interview.

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process (if accommodation is required, applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance).