APEX Heart Centre is a high-volume, physician-led community cardiology practice focused on delivering advanced outpatient cardiovascular diagnostics with an emphasis on patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and collaborative teamwork. Our team consists of experienced professionals who are dedicated, enthusiastic, and committed to providing high-end quality patient care. Cardiologists are onsite and readily available for supervision and collaborative case review.
We are currently seeking an experienced Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer to join our team. The successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to protocol optimization, quality initiatives, and the continued growth of our expanding cardiology program. Competitive compensation offered and commensurate with experience, advanced stress echo expertise, and technical skill set.
Job Description;
- Performing different echocardiography modalities, including but not limited to M-mode, 2D, Doppler and color Doppler for patients with (but not limited to) valvular dysfunction, cardiomyopathy assessments or structural follow-up.
- Contrast Echo using agitated saline and Definity
- Performing Treadmill, Dobutamine and Bike Stress echocardiograms
- Certificate and competency in IV insertion
- Collaboration with cardiologists
Responsibilities;
- Ensure patient identification, safety and preparation are correct prior to performing test while maintaining patient confidentiality
- Monitor patient throughout test for changes in vital signs, recognizing symptoms, documenting on file, and understanding when to alert supervising physician for assistance
- Ensures all quality control assessments are performed as required
- Ensures ultrasound equipment maintenance and quality assurance procedures are completed according to clinic standards
- Properly documents all test results and ensures they are sent to physician for reporting
Qualifications;
- Ideal candidate will have strong experience in stress echocardiology and independent performance of adult transthoracic echocardiology
- ARDMS or CARDUP certified with CMRITO registration mandatory
- Valid registration with Sonography Canada
- Our clinic utilizes modern GE and Philips ultrasound equipment to support high-quality diagnostic imaging
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team environment
As part of our team, you will enjoy working with a consistent daytime schedule (no overnight/on-call), scanning patients in an out-patient environment, working within a collaborative culture supported by modern equipment and enjoy an efficient workflow. We value professionalism, kindness, teamwork, and a positive work environment where staff are respected and supported.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sonographer seeking a rewarding role within a growing, progressive community cardiology practice. Please send cover letter with resume to Director; Mary Young at [email protected].
Pay: $38.00-$43.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible language requirement:
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- echocardiology: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
