About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

In addition to fulfilling the main duties and responsibilities of a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS), the Senior Sonographer performs technical, analytical and educational functions for the unit. The primary function of the senior technologist is to act as an applied technical expert within the specialty. This expert will be responsible for acting as a resource and consultant to the team with regards to clinical and technical processes, by using significant independent judgment to advise and support peers.

Here's What You'll Love:

• Enhancing children's health and changing the lives of children and their families every day
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you'll be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• A culture of safety for both the patient and staff.
• Being a part of the expert interprofessional care team driving hospital wide changes and beyond.
• Comprehensive health & dental benefits and a defined-benefit pension plan.
• An academic and learning environment, awards and bursaries, mentoring programs, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Here's what you'll get to do

• Leadership and technical resource for the sonographers and learners in Ultrasound
• Be responsible for all imaging equipment maintenance, safety, and quality control
• Be responsible for the development of staff to ensure resources and skill levels are appropriate to meet the imaging needs of the department
• Work in close collaboration with the Senior Manager and team lead, in procurement and operationalizing new equipment
• Participation in department projects/initiatives
• Be responsible for organizing and implementing educational aspects and the administrative needs of the unit.
• Work in collaboration with the health care team to ensure optimal service to our patients and efficient operations and patient flow
• Create, utilize and /or disseminate new knowledge
• Coordinate the efficient and safe patient flow in Ultrasound in collaboration with other team members
• Perform Ultrasound exams
• Liaise with all members of the Ultrasound team, radiologists as well as service engineers.

Here's what you'll need

• Successful completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
• DMS registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
• Membership with Sonography Canada preferred for liability insurance or equivalent
• Expert knowledge in pediatric ultrasound
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in Ultrasound
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize work
• Proficiency with computers
• Strong customer service orientation
• Attention to detail and efficient time management
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in team environment
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Employment Type; Temporary full time- 3 year contract

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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