Vascular Sonographer - Non- Invasive Vascular Laboratory

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Halifax, NS

21d•CA$42 - CA$52•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Vascular Sonographer is a member of the non-invasive vascular lab team. The Vascular Sonographer applies critical skills related to anatomy and physiology and diagnostic techniques to perform sonographic examinations. The primary focus of the technologist Sonographer is the vascular system and associated pathological conditions. The Sonographer works alongside physicians and surgeons using technology to help assess patients and their conditions. Diagnostic testing is completed as requested in accordance to the department’s standards and techniques. The Sonographer accepts responsibility for maintaining and continually enhancing individual professional competencies through ongoing professional development, including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality improvement. The Sonographer is responsible and accountable for their practice and conduct as defined by the Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals and for ensuring that their registration is current and valid. The Sonographer practices within their scope of practice as defined by Sonography Canada.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program or equivalent with Vascular Specialty
Current (or eligible) for registration with NSCMIRTP
Current credentialed member of Sonography Canada as a Canadian Registered Vascular Sonographer (CRVS).
Current CPR - BLS ( C ) certification
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience working with databases and associated software applications.
Physical ability to perform the assigned work
Ability to maintain good relationships with patients, families and co-workers
Ability to work with minimum supervision, on a consultative basis, within the health care team
Strong sense of initiative and responsibility
Ability to adapt to flexible workload and stressful situation

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year clinical experience preferred
Experience in a tertiary care setting an asset
Experience as a preceptor an asset
Experience with GE LOGIQ and FalconPro Peripheral Vascular System an asset
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Responsibilities

Perform sonographic examinations focusing on the vascular system and associated pathological conditions.
Work alongside physicians and surgeons using technology to assess patients and their conditions.
Complete diagnostic testing as requested in accordance with the department’s standards and techniques.
Maintain and continually enhance individual professional competencies through ongoing professional development, including participation in education programs, research, and continuous quality improvement.
Practice within the scope of practice as defined by Sonography Canada.
Ensure registration with the Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals is current and valid.