Diagnostic Sonographer I
Your Opportunity:
The Rockyview General Hospital is one of Calgary’s largest care facilities and offers a full range of acute and outpatient care. The hospital is located near the Glenmore Reservoir with views of the Rocky Mountains. The Echocardiography Department provides care for both inpatient and outpatients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centred care. The Echocardiography team is looking for a casual Diagnostic Sonographer I to join this small, hardworking team. The ideal candidate will be motivated, compassionate and accountable. We are looking for a committed team member who is passionate about patient-centred care and enjoys autonomy. You will receive and provide feedback. You will connect with patients and use your “can do” attitude to improve their experience. This Diagnostic Sonographer I position will provide you with teaching opportunities to help others grow and learning opportunities to keep your skills sharp. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Description:
As a Diagnostic Sonographer I, you will perform a variety of standardized and complex ultrasound services for the diagnosis and tracking of disease and pathology. Your responsibilities include preparing the patient for examination, reviewing patient history, explaining procedures, obtaining ultrasound images of diagnostic quality, and takes initial action to resolve abnormal findings. You will assist with diagnosis, clinical intervention and patient management all while ensuring a high level of patient care and safety. Your work may include assisting Radiologists and Cardiologists, Perinatologists and other medical staff with special procedures where required.
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Diagnostic Sonographer I
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: (RGH) ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY
- Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 09-MAY-2025
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 19-MAY-2025
- Hours per Shift: Varies
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $40.96
- Maximum Salary: $52.83
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of extended diploma from an accredited ultrasound program or completion of certification in Diagnostic Sonography from an accredited program. Active or eligible for registration with Sonography Canada and/or Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:As Required.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience as a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in an acute care setting within the last 5 years. Echo specific Sonography experience.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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