Job Description

Horizon Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

COMPETITION #: 2022-64171a External

BARGAINING UNIT: Medical Science Professionals

ZONE: Miramichi

DEPARTMENT: MIRH ULTRASOUND

FACILITY: Miramichi Regional Hospital

POSTING TYPE: Permanent Full Time

JOB TITLE: MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST 2 U

CLASSIFICATION: Medical Sonography Technologist 2 (SN02)

LANGUAGE: English Essential

HOURS OF WORK: Day, Evening, Subject to change due to operational requirements

SALARY: $27.73 to $34.77 per hour

JOB PURPOSE:

The Medical Sonography Technologist is responsible for performing ultrasound examinations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a Diagnostic Sonography Program.
• Must be eligible for registration with Sonography Canada or The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Medical Sonography Technologist is responsible for:

• Assessing and preparing patients for ultrasound examinations
• Preparing and operating equipment
• Performing procedures in accordance with standards of practice
• Assessing test results and preparing Impressions
• Using clinical information systems to access and maintain clinical records and documentation
• Assisting with or performing quality assurance activities/initiatives
• Providing mentoring and support for DI staff, students and other health care professionals

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of Employment:

COMPETENCIES:

Competencies identifed by Horizon Health Network:

• Attention to Detail
• Decision Making
• Interpersonal Skills
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Stress Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Applications for this position must be submitted on-line by November 13, 2022.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

NOTE: There will be no further postings for this position should there be no fully qualified applicants. If you wish to be considered for this position and have most of the qualifications as posted and the registration or licensure where required, you are encouraged to apply at this time.

Should testing be required to demonstrate language proficiency, the official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon hiring purposes.

Please quote Competition # 2022-64171a -External. Horizon Health Network appreciates expressed interest, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Human Resources Department, Horizon Health Network.