General Duty Cardiac Sonographer - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer responsible for obtaining high-quality cardiac ultrasound images and assisting in staff education. The ideal candidate will have experience in cardiac sonography and knowledge of healthcare information systems. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment. Apply today to make a difference in healthcare.

Qualifications

• One year recent experience as a diagnostic cardiac sonographer preferred.
• Experience with analysis software for cardiovascular imaging.
• Certified with Sonography Canada as a Cardiac Sonographer required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain high-quality cardiac ultrasound images for the Cardiologist.
• Assist in the education of new staff, students, and visitors.
• Participate in research endeavors within the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical interpretive knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Ability to adapt to changing environments

Education

CMA accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program

High School education, Manitoba Standards

Tools

Healthcare information systems

Cardiovascular ultrasound equipment

Job description

Overview

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager and under the general supervision of the Charge Cardiac Sonographer, the incumbent is responsible for obtaining high-quality cardiac ultrasound images and related structures for the Cardiologist who will interpret the examination. The incumbent may also assist in the education of new staff, students, patients and visitors; assisting in research endeavors within the department.

Experience

• One (1) year recent experience as a diagnostic cardiac sonographer preferred.
• Previous experience using healthcare information systems is preferred (e.g., Radiology Information System (RIS) and Admission, Discharge, Transfer System (ADT), NESS, EPR, eChart).
• Experience with analysis software for cardiovascular imaging (e.g., ImageVault, View Point).

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete High School education, Manitoba Standards, required.
• Successful completion of a CMA accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program.

SPECIAL TRAINING

• Skilled in the use of highly technical cardiovascular ultrasound equipment and probes in order to produce complete anatomic and functional information for the Cardiologist to interpret.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Certified with Sonography Canada as a Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS) and/or the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• Must maintain registry status by obtaining the required Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.
• Must maintain current BCLS (Level C) in accordance with the applicable policy.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to apply independent judgment and clinical interpretive knowledge.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and proficiency in related software applications.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must have the ability to adapt readily, and respond with initiative, to a changing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.
• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/visitors/staff.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.