Cardiac Sonographer, Adult Services

Island Health

  • Duncan, BC
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 23 jours
Close DateLocationCowichan District Hospital - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time0900-1700/0830-1630Days OffAs requiredVacancy TypeCasualSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$40.83 - $50.94Paid FTE0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS0Planned Start DateSep. 2 2025Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn 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
  • Graduate of a recognized diploma training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography; and
  • Certified by Sonography Canada (CRCS) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS); and
  • One (1) year recent cardiac ultrasound experience; and
  • Basic Life Support Certificate (BLSC), Level C.
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
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.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment, including computerized systems and applications.

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