Diagnostic Sonographer I

Job title: Diagnostic Sonographer I

Job description: Your Opportunity:

Grande Prairie, Alberta, and its surrounding area offer a diverse range of attractions and opportunities that make it an exceptional place to live or visit. Known as the “Swan City,” Grande Prairie is a vibrant and growing community with a thriving economy and a strong sense of community. Outdoor enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of recreational activities available, including hiking, fishing, boating, and camping in nearby parks and wilderness areas. With a strong economy driven by industries such as oil and gas, agriculture, and forestry, there are numerous employment prospects and a stable economic foundation. Grande Prairie is also home to excellent educational institutions and modern healthcare facilities, ensuring the well-being and growth of its residents. Overall, living in Grande Prairie and its surrounding area offers a harmonious blend of natural splendor, a vibrant community, economic opportunities, and a high quality of life, making it an exceptional place to call home. This position may qualify for a $5,000 to $25,000 Recruitment Incentive. Visit rcif-alberta.ca for more details. We welcome you to join our Diagnostic Imaging team. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Description:

As a Diagnostic Sonographer I, you will perform a variety of standardized and complex ultrasound services for the diagnosis and tracking of disease and pathology. Your responsibilities include preparing the patient for examination, reviewing patient history, explaining procedures, obtaining ultrasound images of diagnostic quality, and takes initial action to resolve abnormal findings. You will assist with diagnosis, clinical intervention and patient management all while ensuring a high level of patient care and safety. Your work may include assisting Radiologists and Cardiologists, Perinatologists and other medical staff with special procedures where required.

• Classification: Diagnostic Sonographer I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging, Ultrasound
• Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.40
• Posting End Date: 29-NOV-2023
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 09-DEC-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 16
• Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $40.96
• Maximum Salary: $52.83
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of extended diploma from an accredited ultrasound program or completion of certification in Diagnostic Sonography from an accredited program. Active or eligible for registration with Sonography Canada and/or Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP). Additional Required Qualifications:

Certified credentials for Echocardiography. Preferred Qualifications:

As Required.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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