Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our pediatric imaging team. The role involves producing high-quality ultrasound images for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, under physician direction, while ensuring patient safety and care for children and their families.

The successful candidate will hold an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography credential (B.Sc.

Qualifications

• Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program completed (B.Sc. or diploma).
• Registration with CMRI TO is required.
• Sonography Canada membership preferred for liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality medical ultrasound images for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes at physician request.
• Provide technical interpretations and preliminary technologist reports.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Communication

Teamwork

Education

B.Sc./Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Job description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Don't miss a great opportunity to join our award-wining organization. SickKids has been voted one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for the 10th year in a row. We've been recognized as a top employer for young people, a top family friendly employer, and a top employer in the GTA.

Compensation: Min-$43.47/hour Max-$54.63/hour. Starting rate commensurate with experience

We are currently looking for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers to join our team. The Medical Sonographer will produce quality medical ultrasound images for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes upon the request of a physician, while ensuring the safety of patients, their family members, and staff. This position requires a thorough familiarity of all procedures performed within their discipline/specialty according to established protocol and guidelines. The Medical Pediatric Sonographer requires a higher level of competency, above the basic designation. This position requires independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative that entail more responsibility and teamwork.

Here's What You'll Love

• Enhancing children's health and changing the lives of children and their families every day
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you'll be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• A culture of safety for both the patient and staff.
• Being a part of the expert interprofessional care team driving hospital wide changes and beyond.
• Comprehensive health & dental benefits and a defined-benefit pension plan.
• An academic and learning environment, awards and bursaries, mentoring programs, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Produce quality medical images for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes upon the request of a physician while ensuring the safety of patients, their family members and staff
• Provide technical interpretations and preliminary technologist reports
• Perform a variety of US procedures in pediatric population
• Operate and maintain all ultrasound equipment
• Maintain accurate computer and image records including all required patient and exam information
• Assist in the training and orientation of new staff and participate in teaching students (casual-staff excluded)
• Ability to work primarily Monday-Friday (8-4pm) with limited afternoon (12-8pm), evening (4pm-12), weekend and on call shifts
• Carry out delegated acts on behalf of radiologist when required
• Correlate and convey the significance of patient symptoms, lab results and image findings to a radiologist
• Perform sterile technique where applicable including intraoperative assistance
• Assist with sedated and general anesthesia patients under the supervision of an anesthesiologist or a registered nurse
• Perform post processing or analysis of image data
• Provide troubleshooting expertise as required to ensure integrity of imaging/information systems and provide operational expertise to users
• Maintain effective communication with patients, their families and hospital staff

Here's What You'll Need

• Successful completion of an accredited program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (B.Sc. or diploma program)
• Registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
• Membership with Sonography Canada preferred for liability insurance or equivalent
• Paediatric experience is an asset, however, not essential. (Training will be provided)
• Strong desire to work with children including newborns
• Ability to communicate clearly, prioritize and organize
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ultrasound examinations will be conducted in department and bedside as portable
• Attention to detail is required
• Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proficiency with computers
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Employment Type: Full-time

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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