Cardiac Sonographer

Cardio Health Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardio Health Inc. is seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to perform comprehensive echocardiography and imaging in a fast-paced clinic.

You will conduct resting and stress echos, prepare precise reports, and input data into the PACS system under CCN protocol guidelines. The ideal candidate holds a recognized Diagnostic Medical Adult Sonography credential, ARDMS or CARDUP registration, and certification in Cardiac Imaging.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized program in Diagnostic Medical Adult Sonography.
• Current registration with ARDMS and/or CARDUP.
• Certification in Cardiac Imaging and adult echocardiography.
• Experience with CCN protocol requirements and complete echocardiography protocols.

Skills

Echo protocols

Resting & stress echoes

PACS input

GE Vivid familiarity

Report preparation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Bedside manner

MS Office

Prioritization

Education

Diagnostic Medical Adult Sonography program

ARDMS and/or CARDUP registration

Cardiac Imaging & adult echocardiography certification

CCN protocol experience for adult sonography

Tools

PACS system

GE Vivid systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, this position requires performing cardiac sonography and imaging procedures.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of a recognized program in Diagnostic Medical Adult Sonography with a minimum of 1 year on-the-job experience (placement training will be considered).
• Current registration with A.R.D.M.S. and/or C.A.R.D.U.P.
• Certification in Cardiac Imaging and adult echocardiography.
• Experience in following complete protocol as per Cardiac Care Network requirements for performing adult sonography.
• Experience in performing full protocol resting echos and stress echos.

EXPERIENCE

1 year of recent experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated ability to independently perform echos and stress echos as per CCN protocol in a busy clinical environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of diagnostic imaging information system.
• Demonstrated ability to be technically thorough in inputting relevant information into PACS system.
• Experience with basic troubleshooting of GE Vivid systems an asset.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports for physician interpretation.
• Demonstrated effective communication (written and verbal), organization and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated effective problem solving skills, critical thinking and the ability to prioritize in a fast paced clinical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively relate to client/patient population and possess exceptional bed side manners and be respectful of patient requests and privacy.
• Demonstrated initiative and judgment appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to accept assigned or delegated functions.