Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound) (Talent Pool)

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Site: All Sites
Department: Medical Imaging, Ultrasound
Reports to: Manager, Ultrasound
Wage Range: $ to $ per hour
Shifts: Rotating 8 hour shifts across weekdays & evenings, including occasional extended shifts on weekends and nights. (Casual shift: Must be available for Day, Evening, and Night shifts including on Weekends and Stat Holidays)

This is a Talent Pool posting for all Sonographer (Ultrasound) vacancies, we will be in touch if an opening becomes available that aligns with your credentials. Talent Pools are for external candidates only.

Additional Benefits
Premiums: Competitive shift premiums for work after standard hours, plus academic premiums on all hours worked
Relocation: Reimbursement available consistent with UHN policy
Location: Easy access via public transit (TTC and GO), and free shuttle between TGH and TWH. Taxi fare coverage for travel from hospital to offsite TRI locations
Education: Bi-weekly Radiologist-led rounds (with CPD credits) for Sonographers
Opportunity to obtain annual Basic CPR refresher training
Annual Medical Imaging professional development (PD) allowance for eligible continuing education
Opportunity for Collaborative Academic Practice fellowships
Education allowance available consistent with UHN policy
Opportunity for scholarship awards when pursuing elevated education (Masters, PhD)
Research: Opportunity to participate in research, including publications and presentations
Peer Learning Program: Opportunity to earn hours applicable for CMRITO quality assurance portfolio
Unique Wellness Initiatives: Ongoing initiatives to pro-actively manage Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) of Sonographers

Position Summary
Join Medical Imaging at UHN, one of the largest academic medical imaging department in Canada! Our cutting-edge digital technology and dedicated team prioritize patient care and exceptional image quality.

The ultrasound department at UHN is a national and global leader in patient-centered care innovations. It’s the first in Canada to perform point-of-care ultrasound, allowing technologists to scan and administer contrast agents on-site for quick, accurate nodule assessments.

The thyroid biopsy specialist program was launched, where sonographers are trained to independently perform ultrasound-guided fine-needle biopsies, reducing exam wait times and improving sample adequacy rates.

As a tertiary care hospital, the Toronto General Hospital site has Canada’s largest transplant program, in which close to 4,000 transplant Doppler ultrasound exams are performed annually.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of medical imaging through innovation, ground breaking research, education, and excellence in patient care. UHN is committed to ongoing education and quality assurance initiatives and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education.

Duties

• Work as part of the dynamic team to perform ultrasound imaging procedures in accordance with applicable legislation, clinical standards and departmental procedures
• Prepare written and electronic reports required to document all procedures and test results
• Provide exceptional care to patients, families and caregivers while adhering to Medical Imaging department and UHN policies and best practices
• Effectively communicate with inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teams
• Work accurately, safely, and efficiently in a fast paced, high patient volume setting
• Participate in professional development, teaching and educational activities, and mentoring, as required
• Fulfill on-call requirements/obligations, as required
• Coordinate daily work schedule, prioritizes emergency/add-on cases, as required

Qualifications

• Certification by Sonography Canada, or equivalent based on grandfathering program at the time of sonography regulation in Ontario
• CMRITO registration
• Sonography Canada membership, preferred
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB) and Abdomen (AB) registration, preferred
• Completion of a BCLS program, Level II: Basic Rescuer certification, with maintenance of certification
• Related technologist experience in a hospital environment, an asset
• Effective time management skills and ability to organize and prioritize work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated initiative and comfort with decision making including an ability to respond to changing and emergent situations
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated good judgement to ensure work is always performed in the best interest and safety of the patient and the team

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.