Echo Technologist

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Echo Technologist to join their team. This role involves processing and testing patients for various echocardiogram procedures, including doppler and pediatric testing. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cardiac anatomy and physiology, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on patient care and safety. If you're passionate about providing high-quality healthcare and have the required qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity for you to make a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• 2 years of echocardiography lab experience required.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology essential.

Responsibilities

• Process and test patients for various echocardiogram procedures.
• Ensure adherence to patient safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiac Anatomy

Electrocardiography

Communication Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Patient-Focused Care

Computer Skills

Education

Graduate of Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography

CMRITO Membership

Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDCS)

Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS)

BCLS Certification

IV Skills Certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Echo Technologist is responsible for processing and testing patients for echocardiogram, doppler, TEE, Stress Echo, Contrast Echo, and Paediatric Echo testing.

EDUCATION

1. Graduate of an accredited educational program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography.
2. Mandatory membership to CMRITO College of Medical Radiation Imaging Technologists of Ontario.
3. Current registration as a Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDCS) with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), AND/OR current registration as a Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS) with Sonography Canada.
4. Current BCLS certification.
5. Certification in IV skills an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. 2 years full-time echocardiography lab experience.
2. Good knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrocardiography.
3. Experience with Trans-esophageal Echo, Exercise Echo, and Pediatrics (preferred).
4. Sound decision-making skills.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
7. Ability to work well independently and in an interdisciplinary team environment.
8. Demonstrated excellence in providing patient-focused care.
9. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning.
10. Professional and cooperative; mature, reliable, and responsible.
11. Proficient computer skills required.
12. Good work and attendance record required.

All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)], agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. All employees of MGH are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH. All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.