JOB PURPOSE

To plan, organize, evaluate and participate in the ongoing activities of the Maternal/Fetal Medicine Clinic in collaboration with all other perinatal and outpatient services within the Women and Children's Health Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a Diagnostic Sonography Program.
• Must be eligible for registration with Sonography Canada or The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent clinical experience. Previous experience in a high-risk maternal fetal care unit would be considered an asset.
• Competency in Nuchal Translucency Assessment. Current certification by the Fetal Medicine Foundation considered an asset.
• Competency in Fetal anatomy, Transvaginal Cervical length assessments, and Fetal Doppler studies, would be an asset. Applicant must be willing to obtain necessary certifications as required.
• Ability to assist with diagnostic procedures including Amniocentesis.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal, and team building skills.
• Demonstrates ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates ability to integrate emerging research into clinical practice.
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgement.
• Must have all applicable immunizations within 1 month of hire.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Good work record.
• Current BCLS certification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Medical Sonography Technologist is responsible for

• Assessing and preparing patients to perform ultrasound examinations
• Preparing and operating equipment
• Performing procedures in accordance with standards of practice
• Assessing test results and preparing Impressions
• Using clinical information systems to access and maintain clinical records and documentation
• Assisting with or performing quality assurance activities/initiatives
• Providing mentoring and support for DI staff, students and other health care professionals

COMPETENCIES

• Attention to Detail
• Decision making
• Interpersonal Skills
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Communication
• Results Orientation
• Stress Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.