Sonographer, Diagnostic Imaging

IntroductionOak Valley Health, a leading community healthcare organization in Ontario, serves patients through Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and the Reactivation Care Centre. With a patient-centered approach, Oak Valley Health provides high-quality care to over 437,000 individuals annually. Services encompass diagnostics, emergencies, acute care medicine, surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s programs.

Requisition Number: JR100145 Overview

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we need:

We are looking for sonographers who enjoy working independently as well as with a dynamic team of professionals. 

Work Schedule:

The successful candidate must be available to cover day & evening shifts during Monday-Friday. Shifts are 7.5 hours.  Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

OPCOM02   Range: Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will work with Canon Aplio Ultrasound machines.
• You will bring with you experience in general imaging, obstetrical, vascular, pediatric, small parts and MSK ultrasound, and ability to prioritize work in a collaborative team environment.
• The onsite Radiologists is available for support through discussions, feedback and continuing education.
• This position will be responsible for performing ultrasound examinations at our Uxbridge site in the following areas: general abdomen/pelvis, intracavitary, small parts, routine/high risk obstetrics, vascular (venous and arterial studies) and musculoskeletal and pediatrics.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Canadian ultrasound program strongly preferred. Other equivalent education will be considered
• Must be a current member and in good standing with CMRITO
• Sonography Canada credentialed is preferred (must have PLI- professional liability insurance); ARDMS an asset
• Commitment to ongoing continuing education to expand current subspecialty skill set
• A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred coupled with teaching hospital experience.
• CRVS and/or RVT designations are an asset as are any additional designations, ARDSM (BR), (PS), (RMSKS), NT certification is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to work independently and as a member of the team
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrated a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

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