Technologist Vascular Ultrasound Vascular Lab

Overview

The primary role of the Vascular Sonographer is delivery of diagnostic testing services to both in-patients and ambulatory clients. The position requires performing a full range of arterial and venous ultrasound studies and physiologic tests, obtaining appropriate clinical history for each study, and interpreting and documenting results in collaboration with referring physicians and vascular surgeons.

The role emphasizes interprofessional teamwork, education and support for staff and learners, ongoing professional development, and participation in quality improvement to provide optimal patient care.

• Deliver diagnostic testing services to in-patients and ambulatory clients
• Perform a full range of arterial and venous ultrasound studies and physiologic tests daily
• Obtain clinical history for all studies and analyze with existing patient information to select the most appropriate study protocol
• Interpret and document urgent and non-urgent results, provide preliminary reports, and consult with referring physicians and/or vascular surgeons
• Work effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
• Contribute to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff, students and members of the academic and professional community
• Identify and address educational needs for patients and their families
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development to continually provide optimal patient care
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement within the organization
• Provide patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards

• Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) required
• Current registration as a Sonographer with Sonography Canada and/or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required
• Registered as a Canadian Registered Vascular Sonographer (CRVS) with Sonography Canada and/or a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with ARDMS required - if not held at time of hire/transfer, must be willing to complete the course and associated registration within 8 months of hire/transfer
• Current CPR certification required
• Knowledge of anatomy, hemodynamics, physiology and pathophysiology to generate an accurate and comprehensive diagnostic report
• Recent duplex scanning experience preferred
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated commitment to and involvement with own profession (e.g., attending rounds and conferences)

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

All accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting privacy and dignity.