Supervisor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound Hospital

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $50.46 - $62.96 / hour.

We are hiring for a Supervisor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Ultrasound at Burnaby Hospital.

• Must be a graduate of a recognized training program in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and Diagnostic General Sonography and be certified with Sonography Canada or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or be certified with Sonography Canada and have passed the Sonography Canada Skills Assessment (CCSA).
• Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course or applicable experience working in IV Therapy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience when required by site practice.

• Four weeks of vacation to start.
• Comprehensive 100% employer‑paid benefits.
• Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.
• 87% maternity top‑up.
• 50% subsidy on Trans Link passes.

• Supervises and coordinates technical and staffing activities.
• Evaluates requisitions for urgency and procedure requirements, consults with radiologist and coordinates with other clinical departments.
• Oversees quality of work and participates in QA and risk management activities.
• Participates in performance management, recruitment and coaching of team members.
• Ensures appropriate staffing coverage and schedules.
• Performs technical work as required, including patient positioning and equipment operation.
• Works with the Site Coordinator on policy and procedure manuals.
• Oversees Occupational Health & Safety regulations and enforces safety techniques.
• Oversees area equipment maintenance and service calls.
• Maintains records, reports, inventory and facilitates research projects.
• Participates in professional development and continuous quality improvement programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Graduate of a recognized training program in Medical Diagnostic Sonography and certification with Sonography Canada or ARDMS. A minimum of four (4) years of recent, related experience, including one (1) year supervisory and leadership experience.

• Knowledge of standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners.
• Evidence‑based practice knowledge.
• Knowledge of organization policies, procedures and safe work practices.
• Research process and methodology knowledge.
• Knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems.
• Effective leadership, facilitation and team‑building skills.
• Teaching, coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Procedural protocol development and documentation skills.
• Promotion of evidence‑based practice and innovation.
• Project planning and implementation.
• Strong communication with clients, families, physicians and staff.
• Conflict resolution and problem‑solving skills.
• Planning, organizing and prioritizing work.
• Modalities specific technique skills and equipment use.
• CPR competency.
• Computer skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada. We are committed to planetary health, diversity, respect, caring and trust. Our hiring practices aim to be inclusive, equitable and culturally safe.