Registered Ultrasound Technologist

Step into a job that opens countless doors. As one of Canada’s largest and most diverse hospitals, we’re providing advanced care to people of all ages from across the province. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader, all at HHS.  We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University and Mohawk College. Hamilton Health Sciences is a hospital system of 18,000 staff, physicians, researchers and volunteers that proudly serves south central Ontario residents. We also provide specialized, advanced care to people from across the province.

Our Diagnostic Services team supports a high volume of diverse adult and pediatric patients and families, providing service in most areas 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Diagnostic Services at HHS includes X-Ray, CT Scan, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound and Interventional Radiology. 

As a member of a Multi-disciplinary Health Care team, the Registered Ultrasound Technologist co-ordinates, performs and evaluates Diagnostic Services examinations within the specific modalities and disciplines.  Accepts the responsibility for the technical operation, coordination and quality of service for Ultrasound.  Liaises with the Senior Technologist and Radiologist to ensure the technical quality of procedures within that area are performed at a high level and staff work within the Standards of Practice as outlined by Sonography Canada and the CMRITO.  Rotation through other modalities and sites based on qualifications and unit requirements may be required.

days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays (standby as require)

1. Graduate of an accredited training program in Ultrasonography
2. Current member in good standing with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
3. Professional designation of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS)
4. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) registration
5. Demonstrated ability to work responsibly in a team environment
6. Demonstrated effective communication, organization and interpersonal skills
7. Effective problem solving skills, critical thinking and the ability to prioritize in a fast paced clinical environment
8. Evidence of participation in on going education & professional development
9. Membership with the CAMRT/OAMRS is preferred
10. IPS certificate is preferred
11. Current registration with Sonography Canada preferred

Hamilton Health fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners. 

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. 

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact the Human Resources Operations at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made. 

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment 

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset 

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements: 

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement 
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement 
Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement 
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement 
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement