Electrophysiology Technologist, Cardiac Ambulatory Clinic - BC Children’s Hospital

Electrophysiology Technologist, Cardiac Ambulatory Clinic

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

The Electrophysiology Technologist assists staff in all aspects of electrophysiological care in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures. Organizes, directs and monitors the activities within the Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab and manages patients who have or will need electrophysiological care. Provides support and education for patients and family members and functions as a resource person for other caregivers. Works in collaboration with the healthcare team. Integrates research into practice. Creates, utilizes and/or disseminates new knowledge. Performs pacemaker and cardiology technology duties as required.

What you’ll do

• Sets up equipment, conducts electrophysiology studies, operates the recording system and energy generator during the radiofrequency catheter ablation procedures, collects and analyzes data, and prepares technical reports within the Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab, and other acute clinical care environments such as the Emergency Room, Operating Room, and inpatient units. Checks integrity of catheters and prepares them for sterilization.
• Oversees and coordinates daily caseload of the Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab. Coordinates electrophysiological patients by performing such duties as scheduling patient visits.
• Consults with Administrative Manager and/or Director of the Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology Lab in establishing a database and index of all electrophysiological patients and procedures, monitoring advisories. Maintains database and generates statistics and workload reports.
• Consults with Administrative Manager and/or Director of the Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology Lab in developing and maintaining policies and procedures and quality control standards for all technical aspects of electrophysiological care, including ensuring the availability and maintenance of equipment in the Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab and taking appropriate steps when there are issues.
• Provides leadership by functioning as a resource for the other Cardiology Technologists and physicians when dealing with equipment or patient related matters and by maintaining current knowledge and familiarity with technological advancements in the field of cardiac pacing and electrophysiology. Responds to queries from internal and/or external sources regarding electrophysiological care and their manifestations in the patients.
• Maintains equipment for the Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab and checks equipment for optimal functioning.
• In conjunction with the Administrative Manager, monitors expenditures and makes recommendations regarding the budget for the assigned area. Evaluates and selects equipment and supplies for the assigned area and participates in preparation of capital equipment requests and plans ahead for future equipment needs.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program in Cardiology Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or related field.
• One (1) year recent related experience in the cardiac, cardio-respiratory health or acute care environment such as Cardiology Technologist, Cardiovascular Technologist or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Successful completion of an advanced certificate in Electrophysiology Technology.
• Current qualifications in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BCCH contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equity-deserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equity-deserving groups. Provide patient-centred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

Skills & Knowledge 

• Comprehensive knowledge of heart rhythm device programming in the designated clinical setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of specialty area and current knowledge of the most recent advances in electrophysiology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including ablation, non-fluoroscopic mapping, and drug provocation testing in the designated clinical setting.
• Knowledge and technical competence to perform pacemaker threshold testing, sensing, and troubleshooting; with an ability to respond to alerts and operate related equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
• Ability to deal with others effectively and function as an active member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work in acute clinical care environments such as Emergency Room, Operating Room, and Intensive Care Unit.
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $36.61 – 45.73/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday 0700-1300: Tuesday 0700-1500: Wednesday 0700-1700: Thursday 0700-1500 :Friday 0700-1500

Requisition # 190684E

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia. 

BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BCCH is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

Attention current employees of PHSA: 

You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca.

The internal job posting expires on November 7, 2025 and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please e-mail internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password. Our business hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, excluding Statutory Holidays and a Help Desk Representative will respond to you with 1-2 business days.  

If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at careers@phsa.ca.