DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER

Northern Health; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Vacation after 1 year of service

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Training & leadership development

Job summary

Northern Health in Vanderhoof, BC, is seeking a registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound procedures and collaborate with radiologists and other health care professionals in a dynamic medical imaging department.

The role emphasizes teaching, evidence-based practice, and effective communication with patients and the interdisciplinary team, under the supervision of the Medical Imaging Manager.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized/accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• Current certification with Sonography Canada and/or ARDMS as required for the assigned practice area.
• Active membership in good standing with Sonography Canada and/or ARDMS.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures and related duties in collaboration with radiologists/physicians and other health care professionals.
• Work under the general supervision of Manager or designate and adhere to NH standards and protocols.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge integration

Communication

Critical thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment

Physical ability

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Medical Imaging department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and in accordance with the standards of professional practice and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures/examinations and related duties working in collaboration with radiologists/cardiologists, physicians, and other health care professionals.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, Days - 07:00 to 15:00

Qualfications

• Graduate of a recognized/accredited Program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasonography). Current certification with Sonography Canada and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) as required for the assigned practice area (such as, generalist, cardiac, and/or vascular). Active membership in good standing with Sonography Canada and/or ARDMS.

Skills and Abilities:

• Teaching: Ability to teach students, colleagues, medical staff and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the public, medical staff, and the members of the interdisciplinary team using, oral, written and computer communication means. Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervises responsibilities of others, and collaborates across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and risk-taking. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
• Equipment: Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through St. John Hospital

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Vanderhoof

More about Northern Health

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.