Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application. Land acknowledgement: Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations. Who you are: You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills Who you are: You are an innovative and patient centered individual who provides excellence within their profession You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and customer service skills You have vision, flexibility, transparency, honesty and practicality You are organized, accurate, able to multi task and meet deadlines You support the patient experience, your colleagues and others cultural and spiritual beliefs You encompass MSH’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage What we need: An inspired and self-motivated leader for this rewarding opportunity in our Diagnostic Services program. This role will fully utilize your experience and expertise in supporting the day-to-day activities of the Ultrasound services, guiding and maintaining technical and quality standards, while promoting delivery of a safe and positive patient and staff experience within the department. The US Technical Specialist will build a collegial team of Ultrasound Sonographers, support daily operational activities (overseeing staff/equipment/resource schedules), prepare and implement protocols and process improvements, onboard and train new staff and students, facilitate the maintenance of sonographer team sub-speciality competencies, research and implement best practices, and monitor and action quality control and equipment stability within the Ultrasound department. Working independently in our participative, self-managed professional environment, you will apply your excellent patient care skills to perform various diagnostic ultrasound examinations/procedures and be an advocate for exemplary customer care and patient experience. The technical specialist will be given discretionary time to work on their modality specific administrative duties. Duties subject to change to support departmental needs. What you bring to the role: Current CMRITO registration as DMS Sonography Canada registration is preferred Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Ultrasound Sonographer, preferably in a hospital environment Experience in various sub-specialties of ultrasound scanning is required Demonstrates commitment to professional development Demonstrates a positive and professional outlook while effectively managing workload in a fast-paced setting Excellent interpersonal communication and team building skills, collaboration and promotion of best practice Proven abilities in complex analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving and exercising professional judgement when resolving issues Strong organizational skills and self-management of time in a changing environment Strong computer skills are needed, specifically navigating HIS and PACS digital environments Experience in managing resource schedules Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required Work Schedule: Days, evening, weekends, and statutory holidays Please note schedules may change due to operational needs. Compensation: OPCOM02 Range: $40.35 - $54.20 Who we are: Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT). Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources. We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB. Oak Valley Health is one of Ontarioʼs leading community health care organizations. Across our two hospitals, Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital, as well as our Reactivation Care Centre, we deliver safe, high-quality care to more than 441,000 patients annually through diagnostic and emergency care services, clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and childrenʼs services. Oak Valley Health is proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team. With over 600 professional staff, over 3,300 dedicated staff, and more than 900 active volunteers, we are committed to celebrating our people, fostering connections, and driving innovative growth. We provide integrated care for healthier communities and deliver an extraordinary patient experience through our honoured to care culture to residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge, and beyond.
