Posting # 52942 - [ OPSEU Paramed ]

Cardiovascular Investigation Unit (CVIU)
St. Joseph's Hospital - London, ON
Part Time

The Echocardiographer will provide leadership within the interdisciplinary team ensuring the success of the Cardiovascular Investigation Unit (CVIU) Program. The Echocardiographer will utilize their clinical and leadership skills to ensure quality of patient care, efficiency and cost effectiveness for the Cardiovascular Investigation Unit (CVIU) Program.



Essential Qualifications

• Valid registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario with a specialty of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DCM)
• Diploma graduate of a recognized Diagnostic Cardiac Ultrasound or Sonography Program OR a degree in a health related field and a Diagnostic Cardiac Ultrasound certificate of a post graduate program
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Impeccable organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience communicating effectively with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated expertise in providing excellent customer service
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability in creative problem solving
• Demonstrated adaptability as well as strong organizational skills to meet the changing needs of the area
• Demonstrated personal and professional accountability and initiative to achieve and ensure high quality examinations
• A commitment to complete other educational requirements as deemed necessary to support the CVIU Program

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Previous participation and experience in research an asset

Teaching and Research

• St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide documentation you have received two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine (primary series, boosters and/or XBB) OR one dose of XBB vaccine at least 14 days prior to the start date.
• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox)
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing