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Job Description
Location: Health Sciences Centre
Diagnostic Imaging Technologist III (Cardiac Sonographer) (2 positions) * Repost *
Provincial Cardiovascular Program - Echo Division
Temporary, Full-Time (until January 31, 2025, with the possibility of extension)
26537RP1, 26538RP1
Hours 70 bi-weekly (8-hour days; weekends) Salary LX-33 ($38.88 - $48.95 per hour) Competition Number 2024002987 Posted Date 25 June 2024 Closing Date Open until filled
About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.
NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca
Job Summary
The Cardiac Sonographer performs Cardiac Ultrasound procedures within the Provincial Cardiovascular Program. Duties include operating digital echo equipment in performance of 2 and 3 D/M Mode Color Doppler, as well as Pulsed and CW Doppler for inpatients and outpatients, either in the department or via portable equipment. The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for selecting relevant echocardiographic data, making quantitative calculations, and communicating impressions to the Cardiologist. In addition, the Cardiac Sonographer assists the Cardiologist in performing Trans Esophageal echos, contrast echos and stress echos, as well as documenting, recording, copying and archiving patient and echocardiographic data. Other related duties as required.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Constantly lifts or moves objects, less than 10 lbs. and regularly between 10-30 lbs. Push/pull up to medium forces.
Occasionally pushes and pulls objects or transports patients over 50 lbs in wheelchairs or stretchers.
Regularly stands, walks, or sits for extended periods to perform activities. A very high level of alertness and attentiveness is required when performing scans/procedures due to patients' condition, safety and also because some scans/procedures are captured in real time.
Job Qualifications
Current clinical training/instruction in echocardiography (as a subspecialty of Diagnostic Ultrasound) and/or completion of a program in Cardiac Sonography from a recognized institution is required.
Current registration and member in good standing with Sonography Canada as a Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS).
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca
* This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.
Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email, please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext. 5-2 immediately
To become a part of our team, please submit an updated resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, daytime contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee numbers if applicable.
Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:
Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: [email protected]. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.
If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing [email protected] as soon as possible.
Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.