Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 59,677 - 74,445; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for Vancouver General Hospital. You will perform various ultrasound examinations, ensuring adherence to patient safety practices. Responsibilities include preparing patients and managing requisitions.

The ideal candidate must have a recognized sonography qualification and necessary certifications. VCH offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth through employer-paid training and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized training program in Medical Diagnostic Sonography.
• Certification with Sonography Canada or ARDMS.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients and the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations observing patient safety practices.
• Receive and complete requisitions, enter data into imaging system.
• Prepare patients and conduct examinations using ultrasound and Doppler techniques.

Skills

Knowledge of Sonography procedures

Aseptic techniques

Safe work procedures

Communication skills

Ability to operate equipment

Independent and collaborative work

Workload prioritization

CPR techniques

Computer skills

Physical ability for tasks

Education

Graduate of recognized Medical Diagnostic Sonography program

Job description

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

Come work as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at Vancouver General Hospital with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as within a client and family centred 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.

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).

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.

An earlier start date may be arranged if operationally required.

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.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

• 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

Equity and Inclusion

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 BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.

Application Process

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

Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub. You are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https//my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.