Echocardiographer – RAD 09 / 24

Sioux Lookout MenoYaWin Health Centre; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care facility in Ontario is seeking a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer to coordinate and evaluate examinations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, relevant qualifications, and the ability to work effectively in a team. This role offers standard 8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday, promoting safe work practices and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Willingness to attend training to become licensed Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.
• Active membership with Sonography Canada and CMRITO is an asset.
• Minimum of 3 months experience in a healthcare facility is preferred.
• Proficient in computer skills, including keyboarding and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, perform, and evaluate Diagnostic Services examinations.
• Responsible for equipment familiarity and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Effective communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Prioritization in clinical settings

Education

Graduate of an approved training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography

Two-year health professions diploma or Bachelor's/Master’s degree

Current BLS / CPR Certificate

Tools

M-Mode

2D Echo Doppler

Job description

Job Summary :

As a member of the Multidisciplinary Health Care team, this position coordinates, performs, and evaluates Diagnostic Services examinations within specific modalities and disciplines.

Qualifications :

• Graduate of an approved/accredited training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography / Adult Echocardiography (asset).
• Willingness to attend required training to become a licensed Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer / Adult Echocardiographer.
• Active membership with Sonography Canada and CMRITO (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).
• Eligible professions include: 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 (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.
• Active participation 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; not regularly scheduled on-call, overtime, or weekend shifts.
• Familiarity 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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