Job Summary:
As a member of the Multidisciplinary Health Care team, this position coordinates, performs and evaluates Diagnostic Services examination within the specific modalities and disciplines.
Qualifications:
• Graduate of an approved/accredited training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography/Adult Echocardiography an asset.
• Must have a willingness to attend required training to become a licensed Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer/Adult Echocardiographer.
• Active membership with Sonography Canada and CMRITO an asset.
• Graduate of a two-year health professions diploma or a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in a registered health profession, including six credit hours in Human Anatomy and Physiology and six additional health-related credits (e.g., ethics, psychology, patient care, medical research).
• Applicants must either possess a current practice license with MRT, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Respiratory Therapist, Cardiovascular Technologist, RMT, OTA/PTA, Kinesiology, Nursing, Medical/Health Sciences, OT, and PT
• Current BLS/CPR Certificate
• Proficient with M-Mode and 2D Echo Doppler an asset.
• Minimum of 3 months previous experience working directly with clients in a health care facility preferred.
• Strong team player with effective communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in problem-solving, critical thinking, and prioritization in fast-paced clinical settings
• Actively participates in ongoing education and professional development
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Proficient in computer skills, including keyboarding and word processing
Job Duties:
• Scheduled 8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday, will not regularly be scheduled on-call, overtime or weekend shifts
• Must be familiar with equipment, preventative maintenance, accreditation standards and documentation of results
• Responsible for taking reasonable care to protect the health and safety of yourself and others, by practicing and promoting safe work habits
• Must have the ability to work independently and as a team