Welcome to the A.S.R.C.T. Web Site!
A.S.R.C.T. Mission Statement
The Alberta Society of Registered Cardiology Technologists
(A.S.R.C.T.) is dedicated to excellence and leadership in achieving
the science of Cardiology Technology through education and service.
A Registered Cardiology Technologist is educated and skilled
in the applied science of performing cardiac testing, ambulatory
monitoring and evaluating the human heart and its functions. The
Cardiology Technologist working alongside the physician is able
to provide information about a patient to determine the best possible
diagnosis and treatment.
At present time, the A.S.R.C.T. executive council
is composed of eight registered members, each serving a two year term. These positions are: Provincial Director,
President, Vice President, Secretary, Education Coordinator, Assistant
Education Coordinator/CEU Coordintor, Treasurer and Registrar. Members of the A.S.R.C.T.
are strongly encouraged to participate in vacant board positions
by allowing their names to be nominated at the annual general meeting.
History of the Association
The Alberta Society of Cardiology Technologists was officially registered on November 24, 1969.
Louil Keeling was the first member registered in 1970 and a founding member of the Society. She was employed at the University Hospital in Edmonton.
Over the past 41 tears, 350 Cardiology Technologists have been registered in this province.
In 2009, members voted to pursue the inclusion of our profession under the Health Professions Act. This process in ongoing.
A.S.R.C.T.
Our next AGM will be held in Edmonton. More information will be given closer to the date.
Educational and Interactive
Dr. Choy - Pacemaker
Lois - Pacemaker
Diane - Heart and Stroke
Upcoming Events
2011 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress (CCC) www.cardiocongress.org
ONCE REGISTERED WITH CANADIAN CARDIOVASCULAR CONGRESS, YOU ARE FREE TO ATTEND ALL EDUCATION SESSIONS PROVIDED BY C.C.C.
The next C.C.C. will be held Oct 22nd - 26th, 2011.
Next CEU triennium is Jan 1st, 2011 through to Dec 31st, 2013.
V.P.'s Corner
On behalf of all of the executives, I would like to welcome Murtaza as president of the ASRCT.
We are honoured for Murtaza to represent all Cardiology technologists in Alberta, as he is creative and passionate about the ASRCT.
Letter from Murtaza Amirali
Health Professions Act Information for Cardiology Technologists
As of January 2011 Alberta Health and Wellness has stated, our Application to be part of the Health Professions Act, is the next to be reviewed.
Next update will be at the AGM.
Response from the Health Minister regarding application:
75742b.pdf
Bylaws
ASRCT Bylaws 2009
Frances Wawryko Memorial Fund
Frances was a member of the ASRCT from its inception in 1969 and served on the Board of Directors as Treasurer Registrar for 33 years. She was key to maintaining the integrity of the organization through difficult times. Her strong work ethic and her dedication to the ASRCT were exemplary.
Frances passed away in 2004 following a long battle with cancer.
To honor her years of commitment to our professional association, the members of ASRCT voted to create a memorial fund. This award is given to a student of Cardiology Technology in Alberta and is presented at the Annual General Meeting each year.
2011 recipient is Trinitie Kenney from Calgary!
Job Postings
Alberta Region Cardio Tech Lab Instructor Posting December 2010
Alberta Region Cardio Tech Venipuncture Lab Instructor Posting November 2010
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