Cardiac Sonographer - Chilliwack General Hospital

Fraser Health; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Employer-paid benefits

Pension plan enrollment

87% maternity top-up

TransLink transit subsidy

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority in Chilliwack General Hospital is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer who will perform diagnostic ultrasound studies, prepare patients, and ensure quality control in a fast-paced medical imaging department. This role requires ARDMS or Sonography Canada certification and IV therapy experience, with patient-centered care and teamwork across the imaging team.

The Cardiovascular Imaging team emphasizes professional development, continuous learning, and adherence to safety protocols

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and certified with Sonography Canada or ARDMS, or be certified with Sonography Canada and have passed the Sonography Canada Skills Assessment (CCSA).
• Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course or applicable IV Therapy experience as required by site practice.

Responsibilities

• Receives and prepares patients for testing by reviewing requisitions and history, explains procedures to patients, and assesses testing processes.
• Performs cardiac studies (2D, M-mode, Doppler) and records measurements per standards; obtains views and data for interpretation.
• Monitors patients during procedures and responds to potential contrast reactions or emergencies.
• Maintains comprehensive cardiac ultrasound logs and enters data into radiology systems; ensures device maintenance and safety.

Skills

Cardiac Sonography

IV Therapy

Communication skills

Education

Cardiac Sonography Certification

IV Therapy Training

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $43.32 - $54.04 / hour

Job Summary

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

We are hiring for a Cardiac Sonographer at Chilliwack General Hospital.

The Medical Imaging transfer of service to Fraser Health is now completed and we are thrilled to have the Medical Imaging Teams as part of Fraser Health again. Are you interested in learning more and joining us during this exciting time?

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.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

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 and assessing the nature of the issue to determine a process for testing. Explains procedures to patients and answers any questions that may arise.
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, including heart chamber and wall thickness measurements, hemodynamic/velocity measurements across the heart valves and measurement of Doppler wave forms. May perform venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Cardiologist/Radiologist.
3. Monitors patient during procedures by methods such as observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergency situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
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 on a department-specific Cardiac Sonography worksheet. Recognizes conditions other than normal and provides related scan information (measurements, etc.) to the interpreting physician.
6. Maintains a comprehensive record of patients’ cardiac Ultrasound log as per established standards enters data into the radiology and hospital information systems as required.
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. Notifies Supervisor of all quality control issues for determination of appropriate follow-up action.
8. Provides education, including formal workshops, in‑services and informal discussions with patients, staff and students on the topic of procedures and consent. Provides and receives information regarding patient conditions at Radiology rounds, including making presentations on interesting cases.
9. Demonstrates procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, sonographers and students. Participates in orientation of new employees.
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 by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols.
12. Participates in the evaluation of new equipment by performing duties such as trying new equipment and supplies, and providing feedback to the Supervisor/Site Coordinator on purchase decisions.
13. Requisitions in-house stock and forwards purchase order requests to the supervisor for approval and signature. Cleans and stocks area as required.
14. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements and practices such as Standard Lifts and Transfers, Infection Control, Fire, Disaster and WorkSafe BC. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
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 knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, co‑workers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in a one-to-one and group setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modalities.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• 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 and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

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 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.