QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of Echocardiography program or equivalent combination of past on-the-job training and a related clinical degree or diploma
• Current and ongoing registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and/or Canadian Association of Registered Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals (CARDUP)
• Maintain current BCLS certification
• Minimum one year’s experience in Echocardiography
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work with patients independently and identify urgent medical indicators within the scope of practice and can alert the physician of urgent patient conditions that could affect treatment or further testing.
• Computer skills, knowledge EPIC EMR; Microsoft Office, PACs. Knowledge of appropriate ultrasound platforms and reporting software.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment using excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize duties
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with patients, staff and physicians
• Demonstrates an understanding of ethical behaviours and confidentiality requirement in a health care institution.
• Ability to represent the Hospital with professionalism and compassion for patients and families
• Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard
• Demonstrated compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Legislation and Infection Prevention and Control practices.
• Flexible approach to work, resilience, and ability to exemplify the values of NHH.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.
Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.
Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.
We thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

The Echocardiographer, currently vacant, under the direction of the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging and the Internist/Cardiologist, produces and records high quality sonographic images utilizing echocardiogram equipment as required to complete the examinations requested.