Cardiac Sonographer

**Cardiac Sonographer**:
Competition #

5393

Job Title

Cardiac Sonographer

Department

Sudbury Cardiac Outpatient Centre

Status

Permanent

Work Type

Full-time

Affiliation

ONA Paramedical

Shift Assignment

Days

Bilingualism Required

Yes

Police Check Requirement

Vulnerable Sector Check

Site

Sudbury Outpatient Centre
- ONA Paramedical

Salary Information

$35.77-$49.39

Application Closing Date

April 3, 2024

**KEY FUNCTION**:
Operate ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in treating and diagnosing patients with cardiac disorders.

**REPORTING**:
Under the general direction of the Coordinator, Cardiac Outpatient Centre.

**DUTIES**:

- Perform various cardiac ultrasound diagnostic testing and assessments (e.g. two dimensional and M-mode, colour flow imaging, pulsed wave Doppler, continuous wave Doppler investigation of various cardiac windows and other hemodynamic measures).
- Acquire and record all echocardiographic images and data according to laboratory protocols.
- Monitor examination to evaluate quality and consistency of diagnostic images and make adjustments to equipment as required.
- Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Record, store and process scanned images according to laboratory protocols.
- Prepare examination reports for physicians to aid in the diagnosis of cardiac disorders.
- Perform quality control checks on ultrasound equipment to ensure proper operation and perform minor repairs and adjustments as required.
- Train students and other medical sonographers as required.
- Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
- Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
- Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
- Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
- Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**EDUCATION AND TRAINING**:

- Minimum of a one (1) year Diploma in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, from an accredited college.
- Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario (CMRTO).
- Current Registration with Sonography Canada as a Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS) or with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS).
- Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is required.
- Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

**EXPERIENCE**:

- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in Transthoracic echocardiography.
- Experience working in a cardiac care setting is preferred.
- Experience with electronic reporting and archiving of images is preferred.

**KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES**:

- Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Demonstrated awareness of echo accreditation standards.
- Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
- Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
- Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize and prioritize as required.
- Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
- Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

**PERSONAL SUITABILITY**:

- Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
- Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
- Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
- Ability to travel between local sites.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.