▷ High Salary Cardiac Sonographer

4 weeks ago


Surrey, Canada Fraser Health Full time

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.83 - $50.94 / hour
Job Summary

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? We are hiring for a Casual Cardiac Sonographer at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

Education, Training and Experience

- Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and certified with Sonography Canada or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or be certified with Sonography Canada and have passed the Sonography Canada Skills Assessment (CCSA).
- Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course or applicable experience working in IV Therapy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience when required by site practice.

We are committed to staff wellness and planetary health and have active working groups to support these initiatives. In addition, we value career advancement and offer professional development and education opportunities.

Surrey Memorial Hospital is the largest of three regional hospitals in Fraser Health’s integrated network of care, with 624 acute care beds, and 36 neonatal intensive care (NICU) bassinettes. Surrey Memorial Hospital provides primary, secondary, and tertiary services, including 24/7 emergency (including a dedicated pediatrics emergency area), cardiac and critical care, levels one, two and three obstetrics and neonatal intensive care, adolescent and adult inpatient psychiatry, surgical sub-specialties (e.g., plastics, thoracic, vascular, orthopedic), inpatient rehabilitation and ambulatory care. Surrey Memorial Hospital is the second largest hospital in the province with the province’s busiest Emergency Department.

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including but not limited to:

- Four weeks of vacation to start.
- Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits.
- Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.
- 87% maternity top-up.
- 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.

We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the workforce and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor, Cardiac Sonography and Site Coordinator, Medical Imaging, the Cardiac Sonographer practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as utilizing a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the department within Fraser Health (FH).

The Cardiac Sonographer practices standard cardiac ultrasound procedures, including cardiac studies and measurements, and provides preliminary assessments for review and interpretation by the Radiologist/Cardiologist. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the radiology information system, preparing patients for procedures, operating echocardiography equipment, including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures and monitoring equipment performance. Provides information/education to patients and staff on the topics related to the procedures and consent. May perform venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Cardiologist/Radiologist.

Responsibilities

1. Receives and prepares patients for testing by receiving requisitions, reviewing patients' case history, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, positioning patient and explaining clinical procedures.
2. Performs cardiac studies, such as 2D, M-mode and Doppler, by setting equipment to produce accurate images. Obtains and records cardiac ultrasound views and measurements in accordance with department standards and procedures.
3. Monitors patient during procedures by observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergency situations.
4. Reviews and records pertinent patient history and supportive clinical data.
5. Provides a preliminary assessment for review and interpretation by the Radiologist/Cardiologist by recording information obtained from the scan.
6. Maintains a comprehensive record of patients’ cardiac Ultrasound log as per established standards.
7. Ensures proper maintenance of Ultrasound equipment including routine cleaning of filters and outer surfaces, monitoring its operation and making arrangements for maintenance and repairs as required.
8. Provides education, including formal workshops, in-services and informal discussions with patients, staff and students on the topic of procedures and consent.
9. Demonstrates procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, sonographers and students.
10. Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with Supervisor and other health care professionals.
11. Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs.
12. Participates in the evaluation of new equipment by performing duties such as trying new equipment and supplies.
13. Cleans and stocks area as required.
14. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements and practices.
15. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and certified with Sonography Canada or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or be certified with Sonography Canada and have passed the Sonography Canada Skills Assessment (CCSA).

Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course or applicable experience working in IV Therapy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience when required by site practice.

Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice for Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography.
- Demonstrated ability to perform sonographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, and other health care staff.
- Demonstrated ability to teach in a one-to-one and group setting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
- Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
- Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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