Careers
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
Temporary Mat Leave for Atrial Fibrillation / Heart Function Clinics
Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough is looking for an exceptional Registered Nurse to join our specialized outpatient clinics for the care of patients with Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation. This is a temporary full time, Monday to Friday position (maternity leave coverage of approximately 12-18 months, depending on start date (with potential to extend!)
We are looking for a Registered Nurse with 2-3 years recent cardiac (acute care, cardiac cath lab, telemetry) experience who has an in-depth understanding of cardiovascular health and vascular disease.
Role Summary:
- Assess and triage referrals to HF and AFib clinics
- Work in collaboration with our Cardiologists to provide ongoing patient management, assessment and illness prevention
- Analyze and interpret laboratory values
- Assistance with managing medications and therapies for heart failure and atrial fibrillation treatments
- Provide ongoing patient and family health teaching regarding diet, lifestyle, self-monitoring and self-assessment
- Optimization of quality of life, symptom management and prevention of hospital admissions
Qualifications:
- Current valid registration with the College of Nurses (CNO)
- Current valid membership with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)
- Basic Life Support (CPR)
- Minimum 2-3 years recent cardiac experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of Congestive Heart Failure is required
- Certification in Coronary Care 1 an asset
- Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular disease and coronary care
- Excellent knowledge of ECG interpretation and arrhythmia interpretation
- Excellent knowledge of cardiac medications and commonly associated comorbidities
- Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
Kawartha Cardiology is a progressive, state of the art facility that houses 7 Cardiologists, over 80 clinical and support staff to serve a large geographical population. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care. KCC offers competitive wages, a benefit program, and a pension program with matching employer contributions.
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, Contract
Contract length: 12-18 months
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Contact: careers@kawarthacardiology.com
Temporary Mat Leave for IVMC
Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) is looking for an experienced RN to join our Integrated Vascular Management Clinic team. We are looking for an exceptional individual who shares our passion to deliver excellent patient-focused care.
This is a temporary full-time Monday to Friday position (maternity leave coverage of approximately 12-18 months, depending on start date *with potential to extend*). The ideal candidate will work in collaboration with our cardiologists to provide physical assessment and health teaching and ongoing patient management.
The ideal candidate will have an in depth understanding of cardiovascular health and the issues that arise from vascular disease. The candidate must have demonstrated an ability to teach and support patients and to work as a cooperative team member.
The candidate must have a current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and be a member of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, both in good standing with a minimum 3 to 5 years recent cardiac experience (acute care, cath lab, telemetry).
Duties and Responsibilities:
- works in collaboration with cardiologists to provide ongoing patient management and illness prevention
- performs physical ‘head to toe’ assessments
- provides health teaching and support to patients
- analyzes and interprets ECGs
- analyzes and interprets lab values
- assess and treat patient symptoms (chest pain, BP changes)
Qualifications:
- Current, valid registration with College of Nurses (CNO)
- Current, valid membership with Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certification in Coronary Care 1 (an asset)
- Excellent knowledge of ECG and arrhythmias interpretation
- Excellent knowledge of cardiac medications
- Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular disease, coronary care and commonly associated comorbidities
- 3-5 years recent cardiac experience (Acute Care, Cath Lab, Telemetry)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
Kawartha Cardiology is a busy, progressive facility that houses 7 cardiologists, over 80 clinical and support staff to serve a large geographical population. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care. KCC offers competitive wages, a benefit program, and a pension program with matching employer contributions.
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
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 and a competitive retention package. KCC offers subsidized living accommodations during a transition 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 Types: 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
- Retention bonus
- Signing bonus
Work Location: In person
Contact: careers@kawarthacardiology.com
Full time permanent Registered Cardiovascular Technologist for the Holter and Ambulatory Monitoring Department
Kawartha Cardiology (KCC) in Peterborough, Ontario is accepting applications for a full time/permanent Cardiovascular Technologist to join our Holter and Ambulatory Monitoring Department! We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our team who shares our passion to deliver excellent patient-focused care.
Kawartha Cardiology is a busy, progressive facility with 7 Cardiologists and over 80 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. We provide ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, 24hr, 48hr and loop recording.
Qualifications:
- OSCT &/or CSCT registration and in good standing.
- 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
- Basic Life Support (CPR)
- New graduates welcome to apply.
Role Summary:
- Download, scan and create preliminary holter and blood pressure monitor reports for Cardiologist Interpretation.
- Apply holter and blood pressure monitors to patients.
- Patient education and health teaching
- Maintaining equipment.
- Report to the Ambulatory Monitoring Team Lead and Cardiologists as required.
- Other tasks as assigned.
- On-Site.
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, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Contact: careers@kawarthacardiology.com
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Kawartha Diagnostic Imaging (KDI) is looking for a skilled and certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our dynamic team!
The successful applicant will be able to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team and will have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, co-workers and physicians.
This is a casual position, one – two days per week, Monday to Friday; no evenings or weekends.
Accepting applicants who are also looking for casual positions.
New grads are encouraged to apply.
Role Summary:
- Utilize safe practices in the handling of radioactive and biological materials in compliance with posted notices and CNSC license conditions
- Use radiation monitoring equipment and perform contamination monitoring and decontamination as required
- Prepare, assay and administration of radiopharmaceuticals to patients
- Perform angiocath insertion and intravenous injections
- Preparing patients to be scanned on the Gamma Cameras; instructing or assisting patients during procedures
- Perform Nuclear Cardiology testing (ie. myocardial perfusion imaging, resting MUGA, Thallium viability study.)
- Collaborate with Stress Team to perform safe nuclear stress testing (both Exercise and Pharmacological: Persantine and Dobutamine)
- Perform ECG gating
- Maintain appropriate records
- Communicate with patients, physicians and other staff
- Report to Department Lead, Nuclear Radiation Safety Officer, Cardiovascular Clinical Coordinator and Executive Cardiologists.
Qualifications:
- Experience in DSPECT camera is an asset, but not required,
- Compliance with all government regulations
- Conducts examinations in accordance with KCC and KDI protocols, policies and procedures
- Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
- Current membership with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) or Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences (OAMRS)
- Basic Life Support (CPR) an asset
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Kawartha Diagnostic Imaging is a busy and progressive department housed in the Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) with 7 Cardiologists, over 80 clinical and support staff to serve a large geographical population. Our facility offers an extensive range of services including specialized programs in vascular, stroke, diabetes and cardiac care.
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).
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Part-time hours: 16-24 per week
Work Location: In person
Contact: careers@kawarthacardiology.com
Our Community
Kawartha Cardiology is located in downtown Peterborough, Ontario and has several outreach locations in surrounding counties. Our community offers a unique quality of life with its mix of city life, cottage country relaxation, natural scenery, and unique points of interest. The cost of living and real estate throughout the Kawarthas is more affordable than other urban and suburban areas comparable in size throughout Ontario. When you work and live in the Peterborough area, you will spend less time in traffic and more time enjoying life.
Peterborough Economic Development describes our community as: “A thriving City, Peterborough has all of the shops, services, and amenities that anyone could possibly need. Rich in arts, culture, and heritage, the community is renowned for producing musicians and artists – and also for attracting world-renowned artists to our many venues and festivals. We offer an incredibly inviting restaurant scene – known for its culturally diverse use of area meats, dairy, and produce. With an abundance of nationally recognized retail chains in the suburbs of the City, our downtown offers a multitude of theatres, shops, restaurants, pubs, and bars to choose from. No matter the atmosphere, you can find it here, in Peterborough.”
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).