Sonographer

Job title: Sonographer

Job description: IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source. An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry’s provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.

Position Summary

Sonographer, Ultrasound, Medical Imaging
Your 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 examinations

• Ensure imaging equipment is in proper working order and necessary supplies are on hand

• Record and compute supply inventory for assigned area

• Correlate history, physical findings, lab reports, etc., with examinations required

• Work under pressure in a quick and efficient manner

• Demonstrate excellent clinical and technical skills

• Work effectively with the imaging team

• Operate all the equipment in the ultrasound area

• Assist 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 certification

• Current registration with the CMRITO is required

• Current registration with Sonography Canada is preferred

• You ideally have a strong medical imaging background

• Minimum one year as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred

• Hospital experience an asset

• Bilingualism 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 Part Time Casual Position, 8 hour shifts, days, evenings, on call, including weekends in the Ultrasound, Medical Imaging department. This position is primarily in the Leslie site however could rotate to Champagne Dr. or Consumers Road. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

How to Apply

Think you’re the right person for the job? Here’s your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline – only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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