Echocardiographer

Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)

At BCHS we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris Ontario we serve with purpose passion and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

• Brantford General Hospital Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

With over 130 years of service BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence collaboration and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care Connected Teams and a Healthy Future for our patients our people and our community. Our culture is shaped by our core values and pillars:

Core Values

Four Pillars

Be Bold and Courageous

Commit to Excellence

Champion Equity

Be Trustworthy

Patient-First

People-Centred

Partnership- Based

Progress- Focused

These values reflect who we are what we stand for and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcareright here at BCHS.

Why Choose BCHS

Investing in You Access to a centralized Education Fund tuition support and professional development opportunities.

Flexible Scheduling Within a standard work week

Career Growth Internal job postings mentorship programs and leadership development.

Predictable Work Locations Stability and consistency in your work environment.

Collaborative Team Culture Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive interdisciplinary setting.

Employee Wellness Matters Peer Support Team Wellness Committee Free confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.

Commitment to Safety Comprehensive safety programs for all

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.

Diversity & Inclusion We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring retention and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits policies and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.

Recognition & Rewards Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee

Community Impact Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.

Choose Civility Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace as individuals treat one anotherand the communities we serve with dignity empathy and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness setting clear expectations and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director of Imaging the self directed Medical Echocardiographer will be an integral part of our Imaging team. Responsible for applying ultrasound for the assessment of disease processes and of congenital anomalies as requested by clinical consultants and performing diagnostic echocardiography procedures in accordance with set standards and hospital policies and procedures. The successful candidate will ensure that patient care and comfort are maintained at all times.

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrated educational and professional involvement as well as a commitment to professional development
• Participates in departmental teams hospital committees and meetings as required and (or) assigned.
• Ongoing commitment to Hospital processes such as Risk Pro Halogen Medworxx and others as needed
• Willing to model and abide to all hospital Code of Conduct policies and procedures
• Safety (patient worker and workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Diploma in Cardiac Sonography
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Echocardiographer
• Registration in good standing with Sonography Canada
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) Certificate Preferred
• Strong organizational time management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization.
• Criminal Record Check required.

Core Competencies

Cognitive:

• Knowledge of quality control procedures on equipment will be required
• Demonstrated technical competence and a commitment to quality patient care

Technical:

• Must have computer skills and experience with Hospital Radiology Information Systems and Picture Archiving Communication System(s)
• Excellent demonstrated customer service interpersonal communication and technical skills
• Ability to inform and assist students with regard to echocardiography procedures patient care and professional behaviours

Our Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion

BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life including people of all genders sexual orientations racial and ethnic backgrounds Indigenous identities abilities and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care

We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations please inform us when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ready to Make a Difference
If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.