Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Supervisor (S2A)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join the Radiology/Ultrasound team at UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. This role includes supervision of staff, quality control of technical work, and participation in policy updates. The ideal candidate will have certification from Sonography Canada or ARDMS, with a minimum of four years of related experience, including supervisory skills. This opportunity comes with a comprehensive health benefits package and career growth potential.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Wellness support services

Award-winning recognition programs

Exclusive discount offers for staff

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years' recent related experience.
• One (1) year of supervisory and leadership experience.
• Training or experience in Adult Echocardiography is not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate technical and staffing activities.
• Oversee quality of technical work performed.
• Update and standardize policy and procedure manuals.
• Participate in recruitment and performance management.
• Perform technical procedures as required.

Skills

Knowledge of medical imaging standards

Leadership and supervisory skills

Communication skills

Evidence-based practice

Conflict resolution

Physical ability to perform duties

Technical skills in ultrasound

Education

Certification with Sonography Canada or ARDMS

Graduate of a recognized training program in Sonography

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.10/Hr. - CAD $55.02/Hr.

Job Summary

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

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is looking for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join the Radiology/Ultrasound team at UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

Responsibilities

As a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Work in a team based environment and be responsible for the supervision and coordination of technical and staffing activities of assigned area.
• Oversee the quality of technical work performed, participate in recruitment and performance management, and coach and orientate team members.
• Update and standardize policy and procedure manuals, compile financial and statistical reports, and respond to enquiries.
• Facilitate and coordinate research and development projects, participate in the management of computerized information systems, and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Perform technical procedures when required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Certification with Sonography Canada or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Graduate of a recognized training program in Sonography, preferably including Adult Echocardiography.
• A minimum of four (4) years' recent, related experience, including one (1) year supervisory and leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Training or experience in Adult Echocardiography is not a requirement for this position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems, i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval.
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective leader, motivator, facilitator and team member.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate, coach and mentor staff.
• Demonstrated ability to develop procedure protocols and manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to promote evidence based practice and a culture of creativity and enquiry.
• Demonstrated ability to develop project plans and implement new projects.
• 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 deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated skill in modality specific techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• 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.

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

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.

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

Application Process

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.