Registered Technologist Special – Ultrasound #555-26

Brightshores Health System; Meaford; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightshores Health System is seeking a Registered Technologist-Special in Ultrasound to perform examinations, ensure image quality, and maintain safety across shifts. The role requires current registration with Sonography Canada and ARDMS, with Ontario MRT membership and PACS experience.

You will instruct patients, document impressions, and collaborate with radiologists on urgent findings while supporting patient safety and department standards.

Qualifications

• 3 year community college or undergraduate degree is required.
• Current registration with Sonography Canada and ARDMS or eligibility.
• Member of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario.
• Familiarity with Standards of Practice of Sonography Canada/ARDMS.
• Certifications in Abdomen, Obs/Gyn, Physics, Small Parts; experience in Neuro, Breast, and Venous/Carotid Doppler studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations and monitor/adjust equipment for high-quality images and safety.
• Instruct patients before and during examinations and assess relevance based on history.
• Maintain competency per Standards of Practice and notify Radiologist of urgent findings.
• Document technical impressions and contribute to patient safety and imaging quality.
• Operate across shifts and multisite coverage while upholding Brightshores’ values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation and reporting

Initiative and self-management

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

3 year community college or undergraduate degree

Sonography Canada registration

ARDMS eligibility

College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario

Abdomen, Obs/Gyn, Physics, Small Parts certifications

Tools

PACS

Job description

CLASSIFICATION: REGISTERED TECHNOLOGIST SPECIAL – ULTRASOUND

DEPARTMENT: MEDICAL IMAGINGPOSITION LOCATION: MEAFORD

UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU – HPD

STATUS: FULL-TIMEREASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENT

WAGE RATE: $38.80 - $54.52

Reporting to the Manager of Medical Imaging and Cardiology, the Registered Technologist-Special’s key responsibilities include performing Ultrasound examinations; monitoring/adjusting equipment to ensure high quality images and a safe working environment on all shifts/call. The Registered Technologist - Special provides instruction to patients before and during examinations and assesses relevance of the examination based on patient clinical history. It is the responsibility of the incumbent to maintain competency in the ultrasound examinations required and performed within the department. Duties are conducted in accordance with the Standards of Practice of Sonography Canada CRGS, ARDMS and CMRTO eligible.

Qualifications / Skills / Abilities:

Required

• 3 year community college or undergraduate degree
• Current registered or eligible with Sonography Canada and ARDMS
• Member of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario
• Working knowledge of the Standards of Practice of Sonography Canada/ARDMS
• Current certification in Abdomen, Obs/Gyn, Physics, Small Parts. Technical experience in Neuro, Breast, and Venous/Carotid Doppler Studies
• Proven interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with patients and staff
• Responsible for documenting technical impressions and notifying Radiologist regarding urgent findings
• Demonstrated ability in the following competencies: initiative/self management, problem solving and accountability
• Able to identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Able to work independently and co-operatively as part of a team
• Positive advocate for professional body of Ultrasound and the Imaging Department
• Advanced Computer Skills with PACS experience
• Able to work all shifts including standby as required and multisite coverage
• Liability Insurance
• Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
• Demonstrate, promote and encourage Brightshores’ values – We Show Up for Each Other, We Are Trusted to Act, We Create Solutions Together, We Strive for Better, We Share Accountability
• Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
• Comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and regulations, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment

Preferred

• Certification in Vascular studies and Nuchal Translucency 11 – 13 weeks
• Experience in MSK and interventional studies
• Sterile Technique