Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Salary: The salary range for this position is CAD $40.83 - $50.94 / hourJob SummaryAre you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? We are hiring for a Full time Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography) at Surrey Memorial Hospital.Education, Training and ExperienceMust be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and Diagnostic General Sonography and be 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 TherapyDual-qualifiedWe are committed to staff wellness and planetary health and have active working groups to support these initiatives. In addition, we value career advancement and offer professional development and education opportunities.Surrey Memorial Hospital is the largest of three regional hospitals in Fraser Health’s integrated network of care, with 624 acute care beds, and 36 neonatal intensive care (NICU) bassinettes.BenefitsFour weeks of vacation to start.Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits.Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.87% maternity top-up.50% subsidy on TransLink passes.Detailed OverviewReporting to the Supervisor/Site Coordinator, the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography), practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as utilizing a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the department within Fraser Health (FH).The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular, small parts and echocardiography ultrasound examinations, observing patient safety practices.ResponsibilitiesReceives and prepares patients for testing by methods such as receiving and completing requisitions, reviewing patients' case history, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, assessing the nature of the issue to determine a process for testing, entering patient information into the diagnostic imaging information system and image processing systems as required, explaining procedures to patients and monitoring patients comfort level to ensure patient is at ease while obtaining required results.Performs ultrasound procedures on various sections of the body such as abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular, small parts, and echocardiography by methods such as positioning patients, placing probe on designated area, utilizing ultrasound and Doppler techniques in accordance with established procedures to obtain images, labelling permanent records and archiving of acquired data.Assists in procedural rooms by methods such as setting up biopsy trays following basic aseptic technique, assisting the radiologist/cardiologist with interventional procedures, labelling/requisitions, and providing support and comfort to the patient during the procedure.Monitors patient during procedures by methods such as observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergency situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures.Checks resultant images for technical quality and completeness, prepares technical worksheet, and discusses images with the radiologist/cardiologist to ensure examinations address designated requirements.Facilitates the workflow of designated work area by methods such as checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time, and arranging for transportation of patients according to departmental procedure; transports patients as required.Monitors equipment performance and performs quality control duties in accordance with recommended manufacturers' guidelines, including recording results as well as identifying malfunctioning equipment for repair; notifies supervisor of equipment malfunctions according to established procedures.Demonstrates procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, technologists and students.Participates in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the diagnostic imaging and hospital information systems as required.Participates in team/department activities required to enhance and optimize the delivery of care and to facilitate evidence-based practice.Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with area supervisor and other health care professionals.Maintains a clean and safe work area by performing duties such as disinfecting probes, wiping down equipment, examination tables, and counter tops with disinfectant solution, tidying examinations rooms and storing items in appropriate areas.Maintains and updates own clinical knowledge within area of practice, and develops a plan in collaboration with designated personnel/team for professional development.Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.Performs other related duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation, Training and Experience: Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and Diagnostic General Sonography and be 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).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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr