Cardiac Technologist
Department of Cardiology
* Casual
* Salary Classification: Cardiac Technologist Grade 2 Year 1-3
* Remuneration: $53.28 - $58.96 per hour,
THE ROLE:
The Cardiac Technologist is responsible for performing echocardiograms on inpatients and outpatients at Calvary Mater Newcastle and provides preliminary reports on studies.
DUTIES:
* Compile interim reports for Cardiologist review.
* Manage and prioritise workload in a high demand environment.
* Perform cardiac echos whilst ensuring person centre care delivery.
ABOUT YOU:
* Diploma of Medical Ultrasound (Cardiac) or equivalent and current ASAR (Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry) accreditation as a fully qualified sonographer.
* Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent as per the award.
* A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission-based organisation.
* Effectively communicate emergency findings to the Director of Cardiology or Cardiologist on call.
* Demonstrated ability to perform echocardiographic studies and report finding as an interim report.
* Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to transcribe data accurately.
Working with us:
Be part of a respected and supportive healthcare team. Here at Calvary Mater we care for our people by providing a safe, equitable, inclusive and welcoming work environment that respects each person and their contribution to our purpose of ‘Being for Others’.
We are an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Our health services and clinics including Coronary Care and Cardiology, Surgery, Intensive Care, General Medicine, Research and 24/7 Emergency Care.
In addition to supportive work environment, our staff benefit from:
* On-site parking
* Up to $15,900 in salary packaging options plus extra savings with meal entertainment packaging and novated car leasing
* Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program
* Leave entitlement balances transfer for NSW Health employees
* Gender neutral parental leave
Ready to Make an Impact?
For further information about your new role, please contact Anne Thomson, Nurse Manager- Coronary Care Unit on 49850578 or
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