Sonographer - Toronto, Canada - Sinai Health

Sinai Health

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre with a provincial, national and international reputation for discovering and delivering life-changing care.

Since 2015, we have provided excellent and compassionate care in hospital, community and home.

Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care, we translate scientific breakthroughs, push boundaries for health solutions, and educates future clinical and scientific leaders.

At Sinai Health, we care, create possibilities and offer hope. We are looking for an experienced **Sonographer

Ultrasound Technologist
to support our Medical Imaging Department
at our Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI) **sites.

The General and Obstetrical Ultrasound departments provide an environment for leading edge clinical practice, teaching and research programs in ultrasound.

The 24/7 main department conducts a large volume of various types of ultrasound exams for patient populations from the Emergency department to Outpatients and Inpatients.

The responsibilities of the Sonographer

Ultrasound Technologist include but are not limited to:
Perform obs./gyn, abdomen, vascular, small parts and neonatal ultrasound imaging procedures
Operate, troubleshoot and ensure ultrasound, medical imaging and ancillary equipment are performing in an effective and efficient manner
Prepare written and electronic reports required to document all procedures and test results
Participate in teaching, educational, research, safety and quality improvement programs/activities
Perform other related patient care responsibilities to facilitate the provision of optimal patient care
Perform crossfunctional/site responsibilities as assigned as per departmental needs

Job Requirements

Completion of an accredited degree/post diploma Ultrasound program, or recognized equivalent preferred.
Consideration for hire may also be given to applicants currently enrolled in an accredited degree/post diploma Ultrasound program as a condition of hire the Ultrasound program must be successfully completed within six (6) months of hire
Completion of a BCLS program, Level II: Basic Rescuer certification
Registered with Sonography Canada with CRGS designation
Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) in Abdomen (AB) and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB) (preferred)
Registered with College of Medical Radiation & Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
1 year recent related experience
Experience in the following modalities: vascular, neurosonography and fetal assessment preferred
Demonstrated maintenance of CME credits
Fulfill certification requirements and maintain credentials as required by the department i.e. Nuchal Translucency
Preference will be given to applicants who have clinical skill sets in Ultrasound specialties offered at Sinai Health
Excellent hand eye coordination
Ability to train in a variety of ultrasound related examinations, procedures, equipment
Demonstrated excellent critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills
Demonstrated attributes that foster a positive working environment
Ability to multitask and work effectively as a team member and work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions
Effective body language and people management skills with the ability to demonstrate sensitivity when dealing with intimate patient contact situations
Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance history