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JOB!DESCRIPTION:!!!!!!Ultrasound*Technologist*-*Part*Time*/*Full-time*
TITLE:*** * * Ultrasound*Technologist**
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POSITION!SUMMARY*
Under*the*direction*of*a*Radiologist,*the*selected*candidate*will*perform*a*variety*of*ultrasound*examinations*
(abdominal,*pelvic,*surface,*thyroid,*vascular,*MSK),*while*observing*patient*safety*practices*through*the*standards*of*
Accreditation*Canada.*The*Technologist*will*also*be*expected*to*get*trained*in*and*perform*certain*procedures*and*tests.*
The*Technologist*will*work*effectively*with*other*clinic*staff,*physicians*and*administration*to*ensure*high*quality*patient*
care.**
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MAJOR!RESPONSIBILITIES!
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• Gather*and*verify*patient*history*and*relevant*information*prior*to*beginning*scan*
• Receive*and*complete*requisitions,*entering*relevant*data*into*the*diagnostic*imaging*information*system*and*
preparing*patients*for*specific*procedures*
• Perform*ultrasound*procedures*in*accordance*with*regulatory*body*guidelines*and*ViaMedica*policies*
• Ensure*all*necessary*documentation*is*accurately*completed*for*each*scan*
• Maintain*current*knowledge*and*understanding*of*PACS,*RIS*
• Comply*with*patient*safety*and*confidentiality*policies*
• Explaining*consent*forms*and*ultrasound*procedures*to*patients**
• Responsibilities*also*include*equipment*maintenance,*upkeep*of*own*workspace,*ensuring*areas*are*clean,*safe*
and*organized*
• Performing*related*clinical*and*administrative*duties*as*assigned*
• Follow*the*normes*de*pratique*OTIMROEPMQ!
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QUALIFICATIONS!REQUIRED*
• Completion*of*a*recognized*post*diploma*Ultrasound*program,*or*equivalent*
• Current*OTIMROEPMQ*Permit*,*
• *Ultrasound*Certification*(practice*autonomously)*
• CAMRT*Certification*is*an*asset*
• CPR*Certification*required*
• Experience*in*general*abdominal,*OBS-GYN*required*
• *Experience*in*MSK*and*vascular*(peripheral,*arterial,*venous*and*carotids)*preferred**
• Minimum*of*two*(2)*years*Canadian*experience*required**
• Previous*experience*with*PACS*is*beneficial*
• Demonstrated*effective*decision*making*skills*
• Ability*to*work*independently*as*well*as*a*member*of*a*dynamic*team*
• Commitment*to*providing*high*quality*patient*care*is*essential*
• Strong*organizational*skills*combined*with*effective*problem*solving*abilities*
• Must*be*bilingual*
• Good*communications*and*interpersonal*skills*
• Sense*of*responsibility*
• Ability*to*manage*priorities*and*work*organization*
• Demonstrate*initiative*and*good*judgment*
• Salary*will*be*based*on*experience*
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Send!your!CV!to!Arlene!Haley-Matta!:!!!ah@viamedica.ca!