Sonographer, Medical imaging

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career Position Summary Sonographer, Ultrasound, Medical ImagingYour goal in this position is to perform examinations in the imaging modality of ultrasound and provide excellent patient and family centered care in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. You also have great interpersonal and communication skills, and you effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers , learners, patients and families. On a practical level, you will Perform all ultrasound imaging examinationsEnsure imaging equipment is in proper working order and necessary supplies are on handRecord and compute supply inventory for assigned areaCorrelate history, physical findings, lab reports, etc., with examinations requiredWork under pressure in a quick and efficient mannerDemonstrate excellent clinical and technical skillsWork effectively with the imaging teamOperate all the equipment in the ultrasound areaAssist in training ultrasound students Qualifications Successful completion of a recognized sonography program from an accredited institution. This training is in addition to any previous Para-medical certificationCurrent registration with the CMRITO is requiredCurrent registration with Sonography Canada is preferredYou ideally have a strong medical imaging backgroundMinimum one year as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferredHospital experience an assetBilingualism in French/English is an asset What We Offer Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Temporary Position of 12 months with 8 hour shifts, Day, Evening,Weekends and On Call shifts in the Ultrasound, Medical Imaging department. This position is primarily at the Leslie (General) site however could rotate to Champagne Dr. or Consumers Road We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which may include benefits, pension, vacation pay, or pay in lieu of benefits, when applicable. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca #LI-BR1