Registered Ultrasound Technologist
Company
Hamilton Health Sciences
Note: Posted wage rates are as of April, 2022. HHS is currently in negotiations to renew our Collective Agreement with OPSEU Local 273. Any increases to wage rates that may come as a result of negotiations, will be retroactively applied once negotiations are completed, and a new agreement has been finalized.Step into a job that opens countless doors. As Ontario’s most comprehensive healthcare system, and the only one in the province to provide care from pre-birth to end of life, we offer endless opportunities. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader, all at HHS. We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University and Mohawk College. We are a world-renowned hospital for healthcare research, ranked fourth in Canada and we focus on improving the quality of care for our patients through innovation and evidence-based practices. Our multi-site hospital has over 1,100 beds and we offer world-leading expertise in many areas, including cardiac and stroke care, cancer care, palliative care and pediatrics. Open the door to a career that evolves with you. Our Diagnostic Services team supports a high volume of diverse adult and pediatric patients and families, providing service in most areas 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Diagnostic Services at HHS includes X-Ray, CT Scan, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound and Interventional Radiology.
Location
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Duties
As a member of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team, the Registered Ultrasound Technologist (UT) co-ordinates and performs a variety of ultrasound examinations including pediatric and high risk obstetric, and triage examinations as necessary. The UT is responsible for the technical operation, coordination and quality of service for Ultrasound. Our UTs also liaise with the senior technologists and Radiologists to ensure the technical quality of procedures are performed at a high level. Staff work within the Standards of Practice as outlined by Sonography Canada.
Our Ultrasound Technologists are set up for success with numerous continuing medical education opportunities provided by McMaster Children’s Hospital Pediatric and Obstetrical physicians with scheduled ongoing rounds that allow all technologists to attend. As well as additional training opportunities in Pediatric MSK ultrasound exams, amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling obstetrical guidance procedures.
Rotation through other modalities and sites based on qualifications and unit requirements may be required.
Requirements
• Graduate of an accredited training program in
Ultrasonography
• Current member in good standing with the College of
Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of
Ontario (CMRITO)
• Professional designation of Diagnostic Medical
Sonographer (DMS)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) registration
• Demonstrated ability to work responsibly in a team
environment
• Demonstrated effective communication, organization
and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem solving skills, critical thinking and
the ability to prioritize in a fast paced clinical
environment
• Evidence of participation in on going education &
professional development
• Membership with the CAMRT/OAMRT is preferred
• IPS certificate is preferred
• Current registration with Sonography Canada
preferred
As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.
Start Date
2024-06-21
Salary
33.7500- 46.620 Hourly
Comments
Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca
Please apply via http://hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/careers and search for Requisition #113201
Direct Link: https://hhsc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=113201&lang=en
If you have any questions in regards to this position, please send an email to: heimbuch@hhsc.ca
Contact
Name
Careers
Display Name
Careers
Title
Recruitment Coordinator
Telephone
905.521.2100
Job Posting Link
Hamilton Health Scienceswebsite
Display Date
2024-05-23
Expiry Date
2024-06-20
