Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography

Job title: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography

Job description: Job Title: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography
Work Site: Radiology – Ultra Sound, Richmond Hospital – Richmond, BC
Status: Temporary Full Time – Vacation Relief
Start Date: As soon as possible until approximately September 2023
Salary: $33.29 – $41.61 per hour
Hours:

0700-1700/1200-2200; on-call required

Days off: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday
Reference#: 161555-mki

Are you the next Diagnostic Medical Sonographer at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)?

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join the Radiology team at Richmond Hospital in Richmond, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography you will:

• Perform abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular, small parts and echocardiography ultrasound examinations, observing patient safety practices.
• Perform the following duties:

• receiving and completing requisitions
• entering relevant data into the diagnostic imaging information system
• preparing patients for specific procedures
• conducting examinations utilizing ultrasound and Doppler techniques
• Perform venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Radiologist/Cardiologist.
• Participate on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

• Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac 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).
• Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course or applicable experience working in IV Therapy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience when required by site practice.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of theory and practice for sonography procedures including abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular, small parts and cardiac sonography.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the aseptic techniques.
• Broad knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic sonographic and medical imaging equipment.
• Broad knowledge of imaging acquisition applications and digital imaging storage and distribution networks such as PACS.
• Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and “going first” when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to delivering exceptional care and building a great place to work. At VCH, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff and medical staff (both current and prospective) have the opportunity and are supported to thrive.

To build a strong and representative workforce, we are seeking candidates who will contribute to a caring and inclusive culture. We encourage applications from members of communities that are disadvantaged on any grounds under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities and people with disabilities.

VCH is proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work in Canada in 2021 by Glassdoor and Forbes.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

***Employees of VCH must apply via the Internal Application Process. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for How to Apply instructions. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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