Position Overview

As a Cardiac Echo Sonographer, you will specialize mainly in ultrasound imaging techniques for the production of high-quality cardiac images for adult patients. We provide you with state-of-the-art equipment.

On a daily basis, you will:
• Perform examinations and assess quality and consistency of diagnostic images and make adjustments to equipment as required;
• Analyze high-quality images and produce control measurements on the cardiac reporting software platform;
• Perform contrast injections;
• Inform the cardiologist of any emergency situation identified during the examination;
• Ensure patient safety during examinations;
• Provide coaching, cardiac education and rehabilitation to help patients become self-sufficient in managing their condition and improve their quality of life.

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME POSITION for approximately 1 year
– 12 and 8 hour shifts

HGH is a bilingual community hospital which has more than 800 employees and 160 physicians, and serves the Prescott-Russell region in Ontario.

With a heritage of over 100 years of quality care delivery, HGH is known for its culture of compassion, spirit of innovation and excellence of care. HGH is now growing and becoming a full-service regional hospital to meet the changing need of the community.

HGH offers to its employees a dynamic clinical environment that promotes a diverse and interdisciplinary professional practice. Our hospital offers access to services among the best in the region, including 40 specialized clinics, in addition to the full range of general care and services. The opportunities for professional challenges and career advancement are diverse and encourage all to excel.

As a pre-condition of employment:

• All new HGH employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Police Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.
• As of now, HGH will require all employees, physicians, learners, contractors and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

At HGH, we are committed to promoting an accessible work environment where all employees and candidates feel respected. We support the principles of adaptation in the workplace. If you need workplace accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or anytime thereafter, please notify a member of the Human Resources team. We will be pleased to assist you and accommodate your needs.

What we are looking for

• Hold a diploma from an accredited Cardiac sonography Program and a current General Certificate from the College of Radiation and Medical Imaging Technologists of Ontario;
• Be a member of Sonography Canada or ARDMS
• Have experience in echocardiography and echo stress;
• Must be able to perform TTE
• Prefer ability to perform Stress Echo and TEE
• Prefer knowledge of InteliSpace and EPIC
• Be able to introduce an intravenous line during a contrast procedure;
• Have relevant hospital experience;
• Ability to communicate effectively in French and English

Requirements