Sonographer, Medical Imaging

This is a temporary full-time position up to approximately nine (9) months

Are you a driven and dedicated Sonographer in search of an exciting opportunity? Consider joining Mount Sinai Hospital, where your expertise and passion will find a home within our recently renovated general ultrasound department.

Picture yourself collaborating with a supportive team, using cutting-edge ultrasound equipment for a variety of procedures. Whether you're a recent graduate or experienced practitioner, Mount Sinai offers unparalleled growth opportunities and a positive work culture to broaden your skillset and establish a fulfilling long-term career.

Is this you?

Your proficiency in time management, communication, and problem-solving is fundamental to ensuring efficient coordination of complex tasks. You will have the opportunity to conduct neonatal ultrasounds to support our NICU population, perform specialized bowel ultrasounds for assessing inflammatory bowel disease, and carry out pelvic ultrasounds for endometriosis mapping under the supervision of a radiologist.

A compassionate and respectful approach defines your interactions with patients, and your ability to work independently while fostering a cooperative team environment sets you apart.

Your ability to work seamlessly with a skilled team of sonographers and radiologists in a teaching hospital environment will be key. Whether performing urgent scans for emergency room patients or actively participating in ongoing research projects, your collaborative efforts will contribute to the continuous advancement of medical imaging.

About This Team

The General and Obstetrical Ultrasound departments offer a cutting-edge setting for clinical practice, teaching, and research programs in ultrasound. Operating around the clock, the main department handles a substantial volume of diverse ultrasound exams, catering to patient populations ranging from the Emergency Department to outpatients and inpatients. The general ultrasound department comprises eight exam rooms and two portable units, while the obstetrical ultrasound department boasts 13 exam rooms. On average, we perform approximately 50,000 exams annually.

In This Role You Will

• Perform obstetrical/gynecological, abdomen, vascular, small parts and neonatal ultrasound imaging procedures
• Operate, troubleshoot and ensure ultrasound, medical imaging and ancillary equipment are performing in an effective and efficient manner
• Prepare written and electronic reports required to document all procedures and test results
• Participate in teaching, educational, research, safety and quality improvement programs/activities
• Perform cross-functional/site responsibilities as assigned as per departmental needs
• Perform other related patient care responsibilities
  
  

Job Requirements

Mandatory

• Completion of an accredited degree/post diploma Ultrasound program, or recognized equivalent preferred.
• Consideration for hire may also be given to applicants currently enrolled in an accredited degree/post diploma Ultrasound program – as a condition of hire the Ultrasound program must be successfully completed within six (6) months of hire
• Completion of a Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) program, Level II: Basic Rescuer certification
• Registered with Sonography Canada with CRGS designation
• Registered with College of Medical Radiation & Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
• 1 year recent related experience
• Demonstrated maintenance of Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits
• Fulfill certification requirements and maintain credentials as required by the department i.e. Nuchal Translucency
  

Preferred

• Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) in Abdomen (AB) and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB)
• Experience in the following modalities: vascular, neurosonography and fetal assessment
  
  

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent hand eye co-ordination
• Ability to train in a variety of ultrasound related examinations, procedures, equipment
• Demonstrated excellent critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively as a team member and work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions
• Effective body language and people management skills with the ability to demonstrate sensitivity when dealing with intimate patient contact situations
  
  

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to build your career within medical imaging, apply now and let us know why you would be a great addition to our team.