Echocardiographer – RAD 07-26

Slmhc; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Slmhc in Ontario, Canada is seeking a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography professional to coordinate, perform and evaluate diagnostic services in cardiovascular imaging within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires training in Echocardiography, potential licensing, strong communication and patient care skills; work week includes 8-hour shifts Monday to Friday, with no regular on-call, overtime or weekend shifts, and emphasizes safety and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved/accredited training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography/Adult Echocardiography an asset.
• Must be willing to attend required training to become 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 Anatomy & Physiology and six additional health-related credits.
• Applicants must possess a current practice license with MRT, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Respiratory Therapist, Cardiovascular Technologist, RMT, OTA/PTA, Kinesiology, Nursing, Medical/Health Sciences, OT, or PT.
• Current BLS/CPR Certificate
• Proficient with M-Mode and 2D Echo Doppler an asset.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled 8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday; not regularly scheduled on-call, overtime or weekend shifts.
• Familiar with equipment, preventative maintenance, accreditation standards and documentation of results.
• Protect health and safety of yourself and others by practicing safe work habits.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Prioritization

Computer literacy

Education

Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography/Adult Echocardiography training

Health professions degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s)

Anatomy & physiology coursework (six credit hours)

Current practice license eligibility (MRT/DM Sonographer etc.)

BLS/CPR Certificate

Job description

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