Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
0730-1530
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Regular PT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$43.32 - $54.04
Paid FTE
0.42
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
30
Planned Start Date
Dec. 1 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes
Job Description
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.
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Cardiac Sonographer, Adult Services in Courtenay employer: Island Health
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