Sonographer

**Job Overview**

**Responsibilities**

Ø Greet and receive patients

Ø Explain the process and test to patients

Ø Receive referrals from doctor’s office

Ø Check and ensure patient information and family history is accurately completed

Ø Check health card number and version code

Ø Prepare patient for test

Ø Enter patient data into computerized echo machine

Ø Print final report and pass to doctor

Ø Print/mail/fax transcribed reports to appropriate doctors

Ø File transcribed reports

Ø Maintain cleanliness of echo equipment and room

Ø Order supplies cancel and rebook appointments

**Technical Competencies**

Ø Basic math

Ø Intermediate computer skills

Ø Read, write and speak English

Ø Operate and troubleshoot Vividi 1 sonography Machine

Ø Technical skills required by Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography Program

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**Behavioural Competencies**

Ø Customer service

Ø Self control

Ø Situational judgment

Ø Communication

Ø Integrity

Ø Relationship building

Ø Flexibility

Ø Self awareness

**Qualifications**

Ø Completion of post secondary education, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography Program certification

Ø ARDMS and/or Cardup Certified preferred

Ø Valid Driver’s License

Ø CPR certified, AED certified

**Accountability **to the Executive Director of Heart Niagara

**Time Commitment **Flexibility in your schedule is paramount. Lieu time applies.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $30.50-$38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 - 6 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

**Experience**:

- Medical terminology: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- AED Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-10-16