MI-Generalist Sonographer

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan, Ladysmith; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority seeks a Generalist Sonographer to perform general ultrasound exams under radiologist supervision at Cowichan District Hospital and other Island Health sites. The role requires graduation from an Ultrasound Technologist Diploma program and ARDMS/Sonography Canada credentials with about one year of related clinical experience.

Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team, organize workload, and maintain equipment and supplies is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Ultrasound Technologist Diploma program.
• Certification credentials: Sonography Canada and/or ARDMS Generalist; 1 year of related health care experience; eligible for registration.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ultrasound examinations under the supervision of a radiologist.
• Receive requisitions, prepare and monitor supplies and equipment; monitor patient data.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and present data to radiologist for interpretation.

Skills

Organize workload

Prioritize

Team collaboration

Public relations

Communication

Education

Ultrasound Technologist Diploma

ARDMS / Sonography Canada Generalist

Job description

Cowichan District Hospital (CDH) - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary)
Ladysmith Community Health Centre (LCHC) - Ladysmith, BC V0R 2E0 CA

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0600-1400, 730-1530, 730-1630, 800-1600, 930-1730, 1200-2000

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$43.32 - $54.04

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Sep. 28 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the supervisor, and under the general supervision of a radiologist, the MI Generalist Sonographer performs general ultrasound examinations. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, forms and reports; preparing and monitoring supplies and equipment; patient monitoring; and operating ultrasound equipment, including preparing and presenting patient data to radiologist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from an approved Ultrasound Technologist Diploma program.

Sonography Canada and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification credentials as a Generalist Sonographer and one (1) year recent, related experience in a health care setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Eligible for registration with Sonography Canada.

Skills And Abilities

• Organize and coordinate workload.
• Establish priorities in collaboration with others.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Foster good public relations.
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position.