Cardiac Sonographer, Adult Services

6 months ago


Victoria, Canada Island Health Full time

**Job Description**:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the general supervision of the Echocardiography Supervisor, and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing patient-centered care, the Cardiac Sonographer, Adult Services performs echocardiograms with a focus on adult procedures; receives and completes requisitions, forms and preliminary reports; prepares patients for procedures and monitors supplies and equipment; monitors patients while observing patient safety practices; and operates ultrasound equipment, including preparing and presenting patient data to physicians.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
Certified by Sonography Canada (CRCS) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS) with 1 year recent echocardiography scanning experience preferred. Must be a graduate of a recognized diploma training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography. Basic Life Support Certificate (BLSC), Level C.

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Echocardiographers established by Sonography Canada and/or ARDMS and/or other relevant national professional associations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of theory and practice in echocardiography.
- Broad knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with ultrasound equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to complete cardiac scanning and preliminary reporting within the allotted time.
- Demonstrated ability to perform sonographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize workload in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to establish priorities in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with patients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the position.

**Job Requirements**:



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