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Job Overview
The scope of practice for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is the use of soundwaves for diagnostic ultrasound for the purpose diagnostic procedures, the evaluation of images and data related to the procedures, and the assessment of individual patients before, during and after procedures.
Employment type: casual
Responsibilities
Patient Examination:
Ensure appropriate delegations (when required), and appropriate knowledge, skills and judgement are in place for all examinations.
Ensure appropriate signage restricting access to patient exam room is posted.
Chaperone Policy.
Ensure correct patient, procedure and laterality identification is confirmed.
Ensure patient consent is obtained prior to start of procedure.
Stop procedure at any time if patient withdraws consent and document reason n technologist worksheet.
Technologist Documentation policy including the documentation of technical impressions as per protocols.
Latex policy.
Unexpected and Critical Findings policy.
Addition of Procedures policy.
Ensure that patient images display patient name, MRN, case number, procedure date, type of procedure.
Ensure DMS identity is displayed on each patient image.
Transvaginal Ultrasounds:
RIS-PACS:
Qualifications
Required Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge and Experience:
1 year of experience in a Canadian facility.
1 year of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
Experience with RIS-PACS systems.
Experience with Office 365.
Previous experience as a Sonographer is preferred but not mandatory.
Proficiency in medical terminology is essential for effective communication within the healthcare environment.
Required Professional Designation/Certificate:
Membership in good standing with College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).
Generalist Sonographer (CRGS).
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - AB (Abdomen), BR (Breast), OB/GYN (ARDMS) an asset.