Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures

Vancouver Coastal Health; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) invites applications for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. You will perform abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular and small parts ultrasound examinations, observing patient safety and providing data entry into the imaging system.

Requirements include graduation from a recognized diagnostic sonography program and certification with Sonography Canada or ARDMS (or CCSA with Sonography Canada).

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Medical Diagnostic Sonography training program and certified with Sonography Canada or ARDMS, or Sonography Canada with CCSA.
• BC Children's Hospital sites require two years of recent pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular and small parts ultrasound examinations.
• Receives requisitions, enters data, prepares patients, and conducts examinations using ultrasound and Doppler techniques.

Skills

Abdominal ultrasound

Obstetrical ultrasound

Pelvic ultrasound

Peripheral vascular ultrasound

Small parts ultrasound

CPR

Communication skills

Independent work

Data entry

Safety practices

Education

Graduate of recognized Medical Diagnostic Sonography program

Certification with Sonography Canada or ARDMS (or CCSA)

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $43.32/Hr. - CAD $54.04/Hr.

Job Summary

Are you the next Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)?

Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as within a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the department across the Lower Mainland Medical Imaging (LMMI) health authorities (Fraser Health, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services and Vancouver Coastal Health).

Performs abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular and small parts ultrasound examinations, observing patient safety practices. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the diagnostic imaging information system, preparing patients for specific procedures, and conducting examinations utilizing ultrasound and Doppler techniques. Participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Medical Diagnostic Sonography and certified with Sonography Canada or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or be certified with Sonography Canada and have passed the Sonography Canada Skills Assessment (CCSA).
• Positions located at BC Children's Hospital require a minimum of two (2) years' recent, related pediatric experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice for Sonography procedures including abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular and small parts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic sonographic and medical imaging equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform sonographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.