Vacancy Detail

OPSEU


Job Title: Echosonographer
Status: Temporary Part Time
Department: Echocardiography
Program: Diagnostic Imaging Services
8 Hour Shifts, days, weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $36.840 - $51.770 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600000842

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 2 April 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 13 April 2026.


POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager of Diagnotic Imaging, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing echocardiogram exams in a patient-centered, multidisciplinary setting. The position will entail performing studies on both inpatients, and outpatients, as well as doing portable exams on the medical wards. Responsibilities will include transthoracic echo, stress echo (dobutamine and exercise), transesophageal echo, report preparation, documentation, equipment maintenance and sanitization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Successful completion of recognized Echocardiography course with recognized clinical placement
* A.R.D.M.S. required
* Ability to acquire excellent images for 2D and Echo Doppler, and to assist with TEE
* Experience with Dobutamine and Stress Echo an asset
* Current BCLS certification
* Demonstrated computer data entry skills for Hospital Information system
* Ability to function effectively in an organized manner, using self-direction to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
* Excellent communication (oral, written, telephone) and interpersonal skills with a well-developed customer service focus, dealing effectively with internal customers, physicians, and the community
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
* Must have satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this are;


At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.