Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound) (Talent Pool)

Union: Non-Union

Site: All Sites

Department: Medical Imaging, Ultrasound

Reports to: Manager, Ultrasound

Wage Range: $41.65 to $52.06 per hour 

Shifts: Rotating 8 hour shifts across weekdays & evenings, including occasional extended shifts on weekends and nights. (Casual shift: Must be available for Day, Evening, and Night shifts including on Weekends and Stat Holidays)

This is a Talent Pool posting for all current Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound) vacancies, all external applicants will be reviewed monthly to interview for all full time, part time, temporary, and casual opportunities that arise in the next 12-months. We welcome all students with a set-exam date to also apply.

Additional Benefits

Premiums: Competitive shift premiums for work after standard hours, plus academic premiums on all hours worked

Relocation: Reimbursement available consistent with UHN policy

Location: Easy access via public transit (TTC and GO), and free shuttle between TGH and TWH. Taxi fare coverage for travel from hospital to offsite TRI locations

Education: Bi-weekly Radiologist-led rounds (with CPD credits) for Sonographers

Opportunity to obtain annual Basic CPR refresher training

Annual Medical Imaging professional development (PD) allowance for eligible continuing education

Opportunity for Collaborative Academic Practice fellowships

Education allowance available consistent with UHN policy

Opportunity for scholarship awards when pursuing elevated education (Masters, PhD)

Research: Opportunity to participate in research, including publications and presentations

Peer Learning Program: Opportunity to earn hours applicable for CMRITO quality assurance portfolio

Unique Wellness Initiatives: Ongoing initiatives to pro-actively manage Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) of Sonographers

Position Summary

Join Medical Imaging at UHN, one of the largest academic medical imaging department in Canada! Our cutting-edge digital technology and dedicated team prioritize patient care and exceptional image quality.

The ultrasound department at UHN is a national and global leader in patient-centered care innovations. It’s the first in Canada to perform point-of-care ultrasound, allowing technologists to scan and administer contrast agents on-site for quick, accurate nodule assessments.

The thyroid biopsy specialist program was launched, where sonographers are trained to independently perform ultrasound-guided fine-needle biopsies, reducing exam wait times and improving sample adequacy rates.

As a tertiary care hospital, the Toronto General Hospital site has Canada’s largest transplant program, in which close to 4,000 transplant Doppler ultrasound exams are performed annually.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of medical imaging through innovation, ground breaking research, education, and excellence in patient care. UHN is committed to ongoing education and quality assurance initiatives and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education.

Duties
Work as part of the dynamic team to perform ultrasound imaging procedures in accordance with applicable legislation, clinical standards and departmental procedures
Prepare written and electronic reports required to document all procedures and test results
Provide exceptional care to patients, families and caregivers while adhering to Medical Imaging department and UHN policies and best practices
Effectively communicate with inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teams
Work accurately, safely, and efficiently in a fast paced, high patient volume setting
Participate in professional development, teaching and educational activities, and mentoring, as required
Fulfill on-call requirements/obligations, as required
Coordinate daily work schedule, prioritizes emergency/add-on cases, as required

Certification by Sonography Canada, or equivalent based on grandfathering program at the time of sonography regulation in Ontario
CMRITO registration
Sonography Canada membership, preferred
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB) and Abdomen (AB) registration, preferred
Completion of a BCLS program, Level II: Basic Rescuer certification, with maintenance of certification
Related technologist experience in a hospital environment, an asset
Effective time management skills and ability to organize and prioritize work
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Demonstrated initiative and comfort with decision making including an ability to respond to changing and emergent situations
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
Demonstrated good judgement to ensure work is always performed in the best interest and safety of the patient and the team

Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP 
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.