Cardiovascular Sonographer

Chonghua; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Chonghua is looking for a Cardiovascular Sonographer in Cebu City, Philippines. In this role, you'll perform echocardiographic examinations crucial for diagnosing cardiovascular issues. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in allied medicine, experience in ancillary services, and effective communication skills, preferably in Visayan or Tagalog. Additional advantages include PRC licensure, BLS certification, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join us in providing top-tier healthcare services.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of working experience in ancillary services or medical specialization.
• BLS or Hands-on CPR certification is an advantage.
• Valid PRC license as Registered Nurse or Medical Technician is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record echocardiographic representations of the heart.
• Work closely with cardiologists in examinations.
• Prepare and orient patients according to safety protocols.
• Coordinate with medical team for quality service.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in Visayan dialect

Understanding of Microsoft Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in allied medicine

Job description

Overview

Make a difference and advance your career with Chong Hua Hospital, the Philippines' premier healthcare destination. Chong Hua Hospital is looking to hire a Cardiovascular Sonographer. Under the supervision of a cardiologist, the role coordinates and participates in a variety of duties involved in the operation of echocardiographic equipment to obtain and record two-dimensional and M-mode graphic representations of the heart utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist physicians in the diagnosis of cardiovascular malfunctions, malformations, and abnormalities.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks related to the operation of echocardiographic equipment in obtaining and recording two-dimensional and M-mode graphic representations of the heart utilizing high-frequency sound waves to assist physicians in diagnosing cardiac or cardiovascular malfunctions, malformations, and abnormalities; efficiently communicate with the physician, patients, significant others, and family members in implementation of these services in the unit in accordance to established protocols and procedures.
• Work closely with cardiologists in performing technical aspects of examinations and report any concerns to the cardiologists or to the immediate superior.
• Prepare and orient patients before the needed procedure in accordance with the established safety protocols and procedures.
• Communicate and coordinate with cardiologists, unit personnel, and other members of the medical team in performing quality service in the unit.
• Coordinate with patients, significant others, and family members in providing information and education related to the procedure and safety protocols.
• Communicate and escalates to the cardiologist or the immediate superior all identified issues and concerns beyond one's capacity.
• Participate in the continuous quality improvement of service, safety procedures and activities.
• Provide patient care, including preparation of patients for the sonographic imaging and providing them with instruction during the echocardiograph so that the images turn out properly as required.
• Maintain hospital standards and protocols during sonographic examinations.

Qualifications

• A graduate of a bachelor’s degree in any 4-year course in allied medicine.
• A valid license from the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) as a Registered Nurse, Medical Technician, Radiologic Technologist, etc. is an advantage.
• 0–3 years of working experience in ancillary services, or with medical related specialization such as Medical Technician or Radiologic Technologist.
• Healthcare industry experience is a plus.
• BLS or Hands‑on CPR certification is an advantage.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic corporate office software, including Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Effective communication skills. Proficiency in the Visayan dialect and/or Tagalog is required; ability to communicate well in English is an advantage.