Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures

Overview Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures - Surrey Memorial Hospital Join to apply for the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, General Procedures - Surrey Memorial Hospital role at Fraser Health Authority Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $40.83 - $50.94 / hour Qualifications 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). 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. We 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. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Benefits Four 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. Responsibilities Receives 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 answering any questions that may arise. Performs ultrasound procedures on various sections of the body such as abdominal, obstetrical, pelvic, peripheral vascular and small parts by 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 during interventional procedures, and providing support and comfort to the patient during the procedure. Checks resultant images for technical quality and completeness, prepares technical worksheet, and discusses images with the radiologist to ensure examinations address designated requirements. Facilitates the workflow of designated work area by 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 orientation of new employees by monitoring progress, ensuring policies and procedures are respected. Participates in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the diagnostic imaging and hospital information systems as required. Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with Supervisor and other health care professionals. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. Performs other related duties as assigned. Job details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Important: Recruitment scam warning. We are aware of scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. 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