Becoming A Cardiovascular Technologist (C.V.T)
Accredited CVT Programs in Ontario: Click the links below to jump to their offerings!
New!
Mohawk College Update!
Mohawk College CE course CSCT Exam Prep course is open for registration.
This year the course will be running
Saturdays 9:00 -12:30 from August 10-Sept 21, excluding Labour Day weekend.
Cost is unchanged from last summer: $311.47
Below is the link to the registration site:
Accredited CVT Programs across Canada: Click the links below to jump to their offerings!
Ontario Society of Cardiology Technologists Careers
Registered Cardiovascular Technologist – Job Opportunity
- Title: Permanent Part- time Available
Description: The Cardio Technologist is responsible for providing diagnostic testing in order to assist the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiac and related disorders.
Hours of Work: All shifts (Days, Evenings, Weekends)
Starting Salary: $35.93 - $41.37/Hour
Posted: October 2025
Dept/Program: Cardiology Department
Union: OPSEU Paramedical
Why join us?
• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development
Location:
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
170 Colborne St W, Orillia ON, L3V 2Z3
Requirements:
• Successful completion of a Canadian Society of Cardiology Technicians (CSCT) approved
course in electrocardiography or equivalent required. Active registration with the CSCT is
required.
• Experience working in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of cardio equipment used in assessing and treating
patients.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and multitask efficiently.
• Demonstrates advance level of computer skills and ability to problem solve and troubleshoot cardiology equipment including Holter Monitors, ECG carts,
Stress Test Machines and interface technologies of the associated Data Management Systems.
• Demonstrates strong ability to liaise with Vendor, clinical representatives, Biomedical Technicians, and IT department to resolve technical issues as they arise.
• Demonstrated ability to provide training and education in a train the trainer model on new
technology and equipment in the Cardio department.
• Thorough knowledge of interfaces between hospital ADT, multi-vendor hardware and
software devices and the reporting systems associated with clinical applications. Experience
with Cerner EMR and associated modules.
• Satisfactory work performance and attendance record required
• The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as
well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital. Demonstrates proficiency in written and
verbal communications skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.
Contact: Please apply online at:
OSMH - Cardio Technologist - Cardiology
Our website: www.osmh.on.ca
Phone: Human Resources 705-325-2201 Ext. 3120
Email: Charge Technologist lenright@osmh.on.ca
Teacher – Job Opportunity
- Title: Part- time Available
Description: The CVT Program is currently recruiting for a part time teaching opportunity for Winter 2026 which will start early January.
Teaching will involve in person/on campus classes at the IAHS. There will be associated preparation and marking/grading. Possible associated lab work.
Must be a graduate of an accredited CVT program and currently a member in good standing with OSCT.
Thank-you to all our CELs for your continued support of the program and our students
Hours of Work: Days
Starting Salary: To Be Announced
Posted: December 2025
Location:
Mohawk College
Contact: Program Coordinator: Christine MacRae
Our website: Mohawk College
Phone: Not Provided
O.S.C.T. Letter to Employers
To Whom it May Concern:
Please share this information with anyone involved with hiring and employee management and/or retention in your establishment.
This letter is being distributed to inform you of some recent organizational changes that may be affecting your employees that work as Registered Cardiology Technologists (RCTs). These employees may work in various roles throughout your establishment, performing tasks such as:
• Electrocardiograms (ECG/EKGs)
• Stress tests, Stress Echo tests, or MIBI tests
• Holter or Loop monitoring (ambulatory ECG) • Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABP)
• Telemetry
• Pacemaker/ICD interrogation
On behalf of the OSCT, we are writing to assure you that, our members are qualified and certified. In order to become (and remain) a member In Active and Good Standing of the OSCT, members are required to:
• Successfully complete an accredited Cardiovascular Technology Program in Ontario
• Successfully complete either the CSCT Certification Exam or CCI exam
• Pay annual dues.
• Submit proof of continuing education according to our current Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Standards
Every member of the OSCT has access to their own personalized membership card that will state their full name, membership status, and OSCT registration number. If you would prefer to speak to the OSCT directly to request a member’s status, please reach out to registrar@OSCT.ca.
If you have any staff that performs these, or similar tasks but is not a member of the OSCT, please provide them with our contact information ASAP so that we can ensure there are not any issues with their membership status as a result of this organizational changes.
If you have any questions, you are encouraged to reach out the OSCT at any time. Thank you for your time and attention,
Katie Spratt, Hons. BA, RCT
Communications Director, Ontario Society of Cardiology Technologists
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@onsocietycardiologytechs