Cardiovascular Sonographer

Overview

Make a difference and advance your career with Chong Hua Hospital, the Philippines' premier healthcare destination Chong Hua Hospital is looking to hire a dynamic Cardiovascular Sonographer who will coordinate and participate in a variety of duties involved in the operation of echocardiography equipment to obtain and record two-dimensional and M-mode graphic representations of the heart utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist physicians in the diagnosis of cardiovascular malfunctions, malformations, and abnormalities. S/He works closely with cardiologists, often performing the technical aspects of the examinations and reporting these to the cardiologists. Also, the incumbent provides patient care, such as preparation of patients for the sonographic imaging and provides them with instruction during the echocardiograph so that the images turn out properly as required. S/He effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining the hospital standards and protocols. The incumbent also participates in implementing safety protocols and standards in the department.

• Performs a variety of tasks related to the operation of echocardiographic equipment in obtaining and recording two–dimensional and M–mode graphic representations of the heart utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist physicians in the diagnosis of cardiac or cardiovascular malfunctions, malformations and abnormalities; efficiently communicates with the physician, patients, significant others and family members in the implementation of these services in the unit in accordance to established protocols and procedures.
• Works closely with the cardiologists in performing technical aspect of examinations and reports any concerns to the cardiologists or to the immediate superior.
• Prepares and orients patients before the needed procedure in accordance with the established safety protocols and procedures.
• Communicates and coordinates with cardiologists, unit personnel and other members of the medical team in performing quality service in the unit.
• Coordinates with the patient, significant others, and family members in providing information and education related to the procedure and safety protocols.
• Communicates and escalates to the cardiologist or the immediate superior all identified issues and concerns beyond his/her capacity.

• A bachelor’s degree in any 4-year course in allied medicine.
• A valid license from the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) as a Registered Nurse, Med. Tech., Rad Tech., etc. is an advantage.
• 0–3 years of working experience in Ancillary Services, or with medical-related specialization (Med. Tech, Rad. Tech, etc.).
• Healthcare industry experience is a plus.
• BL S or Hands-on CPR Certification is an advantage.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic corporate office software, including Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Effective communication skills. Proficiency in the Visayan dialect and/or Tagalog is required; ability to communicate well in English is an advantage.