Cardiac Sonographer, Adult Services - (219272)
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Under the general supervision of the Echocardiography Supervisor and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing patient-centered care the Cardiac Sonographer Adult Services performs echocardiograms with a focus on adult procedures; receives and completes requisitions forms and preliminary reports; prepares patients for procedures and monitors supplies and equipment; monitors patients while observing patient safety practices; and operates ultrasound equipment including preparing and presenting patient data to physicians.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
- Graduate of a recognized diploma training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography; and
- Certified by Sonography Canada (CRCS) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS); and
- One (1) year recent cardiac ultrasound experience; and
- Basic Life Support Certificate (BLSC) Level C.
- An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Echocardiographers established by Sonography Canada and/or ARDMS and/or other relevant national professional associations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of theory and practice in echocardiography.
- Broad knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with ultrasound equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to complete cardiac scanning and preliminary reporting within the allotted time.
- Demonstrated ability to perform sonographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
- Demonstrated ability to organize coordinate and prioritize workload in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to establish priorities in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with patients and their families co-workers physicians other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including computerized systems and applications.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the position.
Requirements
Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Sonography
- Pediatrics Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Epic
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
