Are you looking for a change in scene? Have you thought of a tropical adventure? Are you looking to challenge yourself and make a meaningful difference?
We are on the look out for someone to come and work with us at Strong Hearts in the Northern Territory. The role we have on offer will enable you to immerse yourself in remote cardiac care with a large focus of rheumatic heart disease. Alongside this exciting and rewarding role is the chance to experience the lifestyle in the Top End. This of course, means beaches, markets, camping, fishing and enjoying all of the wonderful things that the Territory has to offer.
Company Description
Strong Hearts offers high-quality, accessible cardiac testing services where it is needed most. Based in Darwin, Strong Hearts offers services locally, but also in regional, rural and remote settings across the Northern Territory. Our team is passionate about providing the highest quality care to our patients and delivering efficient, accurate, guidelines-based test results to our referrers to optimize health outcomes. We have special interest in remote care and specifically rheumatic heart disease with our team consisting of experts in the field.
Role Description
Ideally this is full-time role for an echo specialist Cardiac Physiologist, based in Darwin, NT. We are open to discussing the details of employment and would consider fixed-term contracts, part-time and even locum arrangements for the right candidate. The Cardiac Physiologist will be responsible for performing and
interpreting a range of cardiac diagnostic tests, predominantly echocardiograms. Whilst based in Darwin, travel to regional centres and remote communities is a significant part of the role. Day-to-day tasks include performing cardiac testing, and working closely with colleagues, cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
Qualifications
Professional certification and registration as a Cardiac Sonographer -current ASAR registration
Proficiency in performing echocardiograms, stress testing, ECGs and other non-invasive cardiology testing
Expertise in rheumatic heart disease, or a willingness to learn
A willingness to travel to regional and remote centres across the NT
Strong analytical and interpretation skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
A desire to contribute to professional development activities
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