Echo Sonographer Ii - Toronto, Canada - SickKids

SickKids

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About SickKids:

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world.

As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education.

Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day.

SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description:

SickKids is hiring one full-time
Echo Sonographer II at the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), 555 University Ave., Toronto, ON
. As an Echo Sonographer you will obtain high quality ultrasound images of the heart and related structures.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

Perform technical, analytical and educational functions for the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease
Act as a resource to other staff, fellows and visiting personnel
Act as a member of the health care team
Integrate research into practice and create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge

Here's What You'll Need:

Completion of a three

- to four-year program in diagnostic medical sonography or ultrasound technology _or_ completion of a two
- to three-year program in a related allied health field

Oneyear postdiploma program in diagnostic medical sonography from an accredited institution are required
Must be eligible for Registration with the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario

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American Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certification:

Previous echocardiography experience preferably in a paediatric environment
Training in Paediatric or Adult Echocardiography is an asset
Excellent knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and paediatric surgical procedures
Excellent interpersonal, communication and teaching skills
Demonstrated ability to for critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork
Strong customer service focus
Attention to detail and efficient time management skills
Ability to work under mínimal supervision
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Basic proficiency with computers

Employment Type Permanent, Full-time; 1.0 FTE. _Includes access to health & dental benefits, pension plan, 3 weeks vacation to start, and paid sick days._

Location: 555 University Avenue, Toronto ON

Salary:
Commensurate with experience (range is from $34.89 to $52.34 per hour)

Our Commitment to Diversity:

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.

**How to Apply