Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.83 - $50.94 / hour

Job Summary

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

We are hiring for a Casual Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures at Chilliwack General Hospital.

Education, Training and 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).

About Chilliwack General Hospital

Chilliwack General Hospital is a University of British Columbia affiliated community hospital that provides primary, core secondary and specialty services. It has 169 acute care beds and offers 24/7 emergency, general and specialist care, including inpatient psychiatric and substance use services.

Benefits

• Four weeks of vacation to start
• Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits
• Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan
• 87% maternity top-up
• 50% subsidy on Translink passes

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor and Site Coordinator, the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography) practices in accordance with professional standards and a client and family-centered care model.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular and small parts ultrasound examinations, observing patient safety practices. Duties include receiving requisitions, entering data into the diagnostic imaging information system, preparing patients, conducting examinations with ultrasound and Doppler techniques, and participating in committees, teams and approved research projects.

Responsibilities

1. Receives and prepares patients for testing, reviews case history, enters patient information into the diagnostic imaging information system, and explains procedures to patients.
2. Performs ultrasound procedures on various body sections, positions patients, places probes, and utilizes ultrasound and Doppler techniques to obtain images.
3. Assists in procedural rooms, sets up biopsy trays, assists radiologists during interventional procedures, and provides patient comfort.
4. Checks resultant images for technical quality, prepares technical worksheet, and discusses images with the radiologist.
5. Facilitates workflow of the designated area, regulates inpatient examination time, and transports patients as required.
6. Monitors equipment performance, performs quality control duties, records results, and reports malfunctions.
7. Demonstrates procedures and equipment usage to staff, participates in orientation of new employees, and ensures adherence to policies.
8. Maintains patient and hospital records by entering data into required systems.
9. Participates in approved research and special projects.
10. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements and reports unsafe situations.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and 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).

• Demonstrated knowledge of sonography procedures (abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular, small parts).
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of safe work procedures with diagnostic sonographic and medical imaging equipment.
• Ability to perform sonographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) and ability to work effectively with clients, physicians, and staff.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to establish workload priorities.
• CPR certification.
• Computer skills for using a client care information system.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, Canada. We are committed to planetary health, respect, caring, and trust, and we value a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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