Diagnostic Medical Sonographer General Procedures Cardiac Sonography
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer General Procedures Cardiac Sonography
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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 team at qathet General Hospital in Powell River 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.
ABOUT POWELL RIVER BC
On the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia where endless green mountains meet sheltered Pacific Ocean waters Powell River provides a stimulating blend of outdoor adventure and cultural amenities. Originally founded as a resource extraction centre once home to the worlds largest pulp and paper mill Powell River now offers adventurers countless opportunities for kayaking canoeing rock climbing golfing boating hiking biking fishing and scuba diving. This area is host to worldclass art galleries tremendous dining opportunities and memorable events and festivals.
On the doorstep of both Vancouver and Vancouver Island the Powell River region offers an array of experiences for travelers of all kinds no matter the season. Experience the legendary Sunshine Coast Trail and Powell Forest Canoe Route rockclimb the Eldred Valley snowshoe in the Knuckleheads; this is the adventure destination youve long been waiting for.
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
- Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice for sonography procedures including abdominal obstetrical pelvic peripheral vascular small parts and cardiac sonography.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic sonographic and medical imaging equipment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of imaging acquisition applications and digital imaging storage and distribution networks such as PACS.
- Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families coworkers 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.
Closing Statement
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 as of October 5 2023 all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID19 or have received a single dose of the mostrecent updated COVID19 vaccine. 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 employerpaid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports including counselling critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Awardwinning recognition programs to honour staff medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity diversity and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.
We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression racialization or ancestry disability political belief religion marital or family status age and/or status as a First Nation Metis Inuit or Indigenous person.
Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers in 2023.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for this posting.
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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.
Employment Type
Full-Time
