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St. Joseph´s Hospital and Medical Center has been a symbol of quality healthcare in the Valley of the Sun for more than 110 years.

We are extremely proud to announce that we are the only Arizona hospital to be voted a Best Place to Work in the Valley five years in a row. We are also proud to be named a top hospital by Ranking Arizona Magazine and to be routinely recognized as one of the countrys best neuroscience centers by U.S. News & World Report. St. Joseph´s is home to: the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute; St. Joseph´s Childrens Health Center, which is the second largest provider of comprehensive pediatric services in the state; The Heart & Lung Institute at St. Josephs´; and St. Joseph´s Trauma Center, which is the only Level 1 trauma center in Arizona that´s verified by the American College of Surgeons. St. Josephs continues to expand and enhance its services to meet the growing needs of the community by providing comprehensive neurological, neurosurgical, pediatric, perinatal, cardiac, thoracic, and cancer care. The hospitals nine critical care units serve more than 60,000 patients each year. In 2006, St. Joseph´s opened a 144-bed tower, making it the largest hospital in Arizona with 743 beds. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Josephs continues to help the underserved through clinics, community grants and outreach programs. The hospital is part of Catholic Healthcare West, which has more than 40 hospitals in Arizona, California and Nevada. POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Scott and Laura Eller Congenital Heart Center of the Heart and Lung Institute at St. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona has an opportunity for a pediatric cardiac sonographer to work with a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. The sonographers will be joining a Pediatric and Fetal Non-Invasive Laboratory. All images are digitally archived. There is great opportunity to experience imaging a broad spectrum of congenital and acquired heart defects, from simple to complex. The Laboratory performs all aspects of ultrasound imaging transthoracic, transesophageal, fetal, intracardiac, and stress. Ample opportunity for participation in echocardiography research and education is available. Performs ECHO procedures, compiling data for physician interpretation. Performs procedures requiring independent judgement/initiative. Assists with schedules & peer performance evaluations. Assists with evaluation of equipment/procedures. Participates in department QA program and accreditation. - Certified from a AMA program in Cardiac Echo Sonography Two years ECHO experience - Registered with ARDMS and one other subspecialty such as Vascular Ultrasound - Registered Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonographer (RDCS)or RCVT in PedsPerforms pediatric echocardiograms. Advises cardiologists of results of examination and provides preliminary diagnostic evaluation.

Job Type: Full Time Location: London, ON, CANADA; Job Category: Medical, Technician/Technologist Industry: Healthcare Number Of Positions: 1 Date Posted: Nov 12, 2009 Diagnostic Sonographer: Temporary, Full-Time Until April 2010Medical Imaging London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is one of Canada´s largest acute-care teaching hospitals and is dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching and research. LHSC has pioneered many national and international medical breakthroughs. Located in London, Ontario, LHSC encompasses three sites, South Street Hospital, University Hospital and Victoria Hospital; two family medical centre´s; and the London Regional Cancer Program. LHSC is the home of the Children´s Hospital of Western Ontario and CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics). The research arm of LHSC is Lawson Health Research Institute, which is partnered with London´s other teaching hospital, St. Josephs Health Care, London. LHSC is affiliated with The University of Western Ontario. Physicians and staff at LHSC number close to 10,000 and together they provide care for more than 1 million patients each year.Situated in beautiful London, Ontario, the Forest City, LHSC offers its staff and physicians the benefits of working at a leading edge healthcare facility combined with the advantages of modern suburban living. London is located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, a short drive to sandy beaches, the renowned Stratford Festival, and the Greater Toronto Area.Reporting to the Coordinator, the Diagnostic Sonographer is required to perform ultrasound technical procedures ensuring patient care and comfort are maintained at all times. Rate of Pay: $27.06/hour - $37.37/hour QUALIFICATIONS: Current A.R.D.M.S and/or C.A.R.D.U.P certification, with abdominal and obstetrical / gynaecological specialties Experience in diagnostic ultrasound is preferred Experience in vascular scanning preferred Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with patients, public and staff Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands that require attention to detail in a high volume department Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team Excellent organizational skills Available for occasional weekends and some on call hours Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Pediatric Ultrasonographer - Salt Lake City, UT

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Intermountain Healthcare is a nonprofit system serving Utah and Idaho. One of the nation´s leading integrated healthcare systems, ranked # 1 or 2 by Modern Healthcare for all of the past eight years, Intermountain provides world-class service in 21 hospitals and more than 140 health centers, clinics, homecare and urgent care facilities. Intermountain has a reputation as a pioneer in continuous quality improvement and clinical programs.Being part of Intermountain means joining a world-class team and embarking on a career filled with opportunities, innovation and fulfillment. Our mission is: excellence in the provision of healthcare services to communities in the Intermountain region which drives our 29,000 employees and more than 3,300 physicians. Doctors, hospitals, and health plans work together to take healthcare to new levels of excellence. Intermountain is recognized as a leading healthcare system and a model for what is right in American medicine.This position is accountable for performing quality ultrasound examinations through the application of advanced clinical and technical knowledge while maintaining strict attention to patient care and in accordance with organization and department policy and procedures. This position is accountable for providing direct patient care and maintaining expertise for all ages spanning from neonatal/newborn to young adults. The patient acuity ranges from stable outpatients to critically ill patients on full life support. This position is responsible for rotating shifts between Primary Children´s Medical Center and Primary Children´s Riverton Outpatient Services.Minimum Qualifications-Satisfactory completion of a formal ultrasound training program in an AMA approved school.-American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certified or registry eligible and certified within six months of hire in the specialty of Abdominal imaging is required.-Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in this work area.-Must utilize problem solving, critical thinking, and effective communication skills.-Must have the ability to work independently and without supervision.-Must have a positive attitude along with an engaging service oriented disposition.Preferred Qualifications-One year post ARDMS certification preferred. Pediatric imaging experience preferred.-Experience performing all ultrasound examinations including, but not exclusive of, Abdominal, Pelvic, Neurosonology, Small Parts, Visceral Doppler, and Peripheral Vascular studies preferred.

Job Description - External:Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations, including localization for minor surgical procedures (biopsies, aspirations, etc.) utilizing various types of equipment in order to locate, evaluate and record pertinent anatomical and pathological data for the diagnosis of disease. Works closely with radiologist and referring physician.Qualifications required: high school diploma; graduate of an approved Ultrasound school, or two (2) years of on the job training at an accredited hospital; ARDMS registered in Abdominal Ultrasound Specialty; and current CPR certification.Experience - External:EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS- Prefer one year ultrasound experienceCERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED- CPR- RDMS SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED- Computer literate, good verbal and organizational skills

St. Mark´s has been rated among the nation´s top five percent of hospitals for overall clinical excellence by HealthGrades for three consecutive years.

St. Mark´s Hospital has a 135-year history of providing exceptional care for our patients. By putting the welfare of our patients first, St. Mark´s has achieved numerous national recognitions, including being ranked in the top 10% of hospitals nationally for joint replacement surgery, pulmonary care, critical care and general surgery, being named both a 100 Top Cardiovascular Hospital and a 100 Top Overall Hospital by Solucient, as well as achieving the status of ´Most Preferred Hospital´ in Salt Lake County by Valley Research. Degree from an accredited echocardiography/radiology program, One year full-time equivalent employment as a sonographer in one or more of the primary specialty areas.Salt Lake City sits very attractively in a valley beneath the Wasatch Mountains. The mountains provide a wonderful backdrop and a variety of great recreational opportunities. In winter, piles of dry snow smother the Wasatch, providing excellent downhill skiing at 7 large resorts within 45 minutes of downtown, including Alta, Solitude, Snowbird and Brighton. In summer, there is good hiking and mountain biking. Wasatch’s Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons are known for their rockclimbing spots. Head a little farther north to the delightful water and amusement park Lagoon to cool off after a day of exercise.