2300003459 - Ultrasound Technologist

Lakeridge Health; Ajax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Sonographer to produce high-quality images in a diagnostic imaging department. The ideal candidate will have a recognized Ultrasound program completion, registration with C.M.R.I.T.O., and experience in various ultrasound procedures. This regular part-time position offers a competitive wage and potential incentives for experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in abdominal, OB/GYN, small parts, neuro, and interventional ultrasound procedures.
• Post graduate experience in a hospital based Ultrasound department preferred.
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, and transferring patients.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes ultrasound equipment to produce high quality sonographic images.
• Works under supervision of Radiologists and senior staff.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Adaptation to emergency situations

Education

Successful completion of a recognized Ultrasound program

Current registration with the C.M.R.I.T.O.

Job description

Sonographer

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Ajax-Pickering

Status: Regular Part Time

File Number: 2300003459

Wage Schedule: $35.770 - $50.260 per hour

Program: Diagnostic Imaging Services

Department: Diagnostic Ultrasound

Shift: 8 Hour Shifts; Days, evenings, Weekends, On-Call (Subject to Change)

Duties And Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Radiologists, Charge Sonographer, Senior Sonographer and/or Manager, the Sonographer utilizes ultrasound equipment to produce high quality sonographic images required to complete the examinations requested.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Ultrasound program
• Current registration with the C.M.R.I.T.O. required
• Significant experience in abdominal, OB/GYN, small parts, neuro, and interventional ultrasound procedures
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and exercise independent judgement
• Demonstrated ability to assess requests and prioritize them to ensure excellent and prompt patient care
• Proven ability to adapt standard work procedures to emergency situations
• Must be able to be part of the ultrasound standby rotation and respond within the time limit of a call back
• Post graduate experience in a hospital based Ultrasound department preferred
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, turning, transferring patients manually and with mechanical aids
• 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 programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education sessions
• Proven good attendance with capability of maintaining this same standard

Incentives: Experienced and newly graduated ultrasound technologists may be eligible for incentives. Newly hired ultrasound technologists with more than two years of Ultrasound experience in a Diagnostic Imaging Department may be eligible for a $10,000 incentive for Permanent Full-Time positions or $5,000 for Permanent Part-Time positions. Newly graduated ultrasound technologists with less than 2 years of experience may be eligible for a $5,000 incentive for Permanent Full-Time positions or $2,500 for Permanent Part-Time positions. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Incentive offers expire September 30, 2025.

Conditions Of Employment

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

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Lakeridge Health values inclusion and diversity, fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible, and employing a workforce representative of the diverse community we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

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

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID-19 among staff and patients. New team members must provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during the post-offer/pre-employment health assessment, subject to exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.

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