An Exciting Announcement:The OSDMS has enjoyed a long line of dedicated and proficient executive directors. After a thorough search and many worthy candidates we are pleased to announce the appointment of our newest executive director, Debbie Havill. As many of you are aware, Debbie was a founding member of the Ontario Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Over the past 28 years, she has served in many different roles in relation to the society including president of the society twice. In addition to volunteering with the society, Debbie has had many experiences within the sonographic community including technical, teaching, administrative and research roles over the span of her career. It is the belief of the OSDMS board of directors that this breadth of experience puts Debbie in an ideal position to steer our society forward. Debbie will transition into the role of executive director under the guidance of our out going executive director, Denis Poulin. We anticipate Debbie to take on the role fully as of September 1st, 2009. I encourage all of you to watch this website (www.osdms.org) as changes in our head office will be announced here first.Please join us in welcoming Debbie as we move our society into this exciting new era. Respectfully Submitted, Kim Jozkow BSc RDMS RDCS RVT, President OSDMS |
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Dear OSDMS members,
As many of you are likely aware the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care has released the report from Health Professions Regulatory Advisory Council (HPRAC) with regards to registered nurses in the extended class (nurse practitioners) and a review of their request for an extended scope of practice.
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About Us
OSDMS - Who are we?
In 1981,seven sonographers collaborated to establish the Ontario Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (OSDMS). Today the OSDMS represents close to 1000 sonographers practicing in the general, cardiac and vascular ultrasound specialties. The main objective of the society is to provide an information network for sonographers in order to advance their knowledge in the modality and related professional issues. The society promotes continuing education through newsletters, meetings and conferences at which sonographers can accumulate Continuing Medical Education credits.
As a society, the OSDMS encourages each member to share the pursuit of common goals and address occupational challenges by becoming actively involved with any aspect of the society, whether as a member of the Board of Directors or by responding to any decisions made within the society. Our Board of Directors welcomes your comments and ideas. Only through your feedback and involvement will our society grow and prosper.
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Job Opportunities
Canada Diagnostic Centres, Calgary, AB:
Canada Diagnostic Centres is a medical facility that has been providing outstanding diagnostic imaging services for fifteen years. We operate five x-ray and ultrasound clinics in Calgary, Alberta and area. Flexible shifts available for both full-time and part-time hours....Read more.
Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham, ON:
Charge Technologist, Ultrasound Department, Regular Full-time. CKHA is a progressive, values-based, innovative healthcare leader focused on providing quality patient and family centred care to our communities. Exciting opportunity to join our state of the art Diagnostic Imaging Department....Read more.
Halton Healthcare Services, Oakville, Milton, Georgetown, ON:
Halton Healthcare Services is seeking individuals who are competent in their chosen profession; patient/customer focused; team players; effective communicators; caring and respectful and are fiscally responsible. Temporary Full-time (approx 1 year) & Part-Time (2 days a week)....Read more.
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Job Opportunities
Credit Valley Imaging Associates, Mississauga, ON:
Credit Valley Imaging Associates (CVIA), a well established large diagnostic imaging facility in Mississauga, Ontario, is seeking part-time registered ultrasound technologists to join their growing clinical practice for evenings and weekends. Our practice is supported by 14 hospital-based radiologists providing services in ultrasound, x-ray, mammography (including OBSP), and nuclear medicine....Read more.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers,Vernon, BC:
Interior Health seeks your technical experience in performing a variety of procedures and special duties including preparing clients for procedures, providing diagnostic services and interventional ultrasonography. At Vernon Jubilee, we have 3 ultrasound rooms, one echo room, and the current equipment is the Phillips IU22, GE Vivid 7, and GE Logiq 9....Read more.
Markham Stouffville Hospital, ON:
Part-Time (1 Saturday per month) Ultrasound Technologist responsible for performing ultrasound examinations in the following areas: general abdomen/pelvis, intracavitary, small parts, routine/high risk obstetrics and peripheral venous doppler.....Read more.
Quinte Health Care, Belleville, ON:
Requires a Graduate of an approved school of Medical Imaging -- Ultrasonography. Current registration with ARDMS and or CSDMS are essential. To Perform all general ultrasound (abdomen, small parts) and special procedures such as MSK and vascular imaging. Will assists radiologist/clinician with specialized procedures....Read more.
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Job Opportunities
STL Diagnostic, Burlington, ON:
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY-SONOGRAPHER FOR BURLINGTON & SURROUNDING AREAS. We are currently seeking full-time or part-time sonographers for our modern clinic and mobile ultrasound services. Our compensation package includes competitive salary, benefits package and educational opportunities....Read more.
Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga, ON:
Ultrasound Sonographers to fill full time, part time, and temporary positions. Various procedures utilizing professional judgement and expertise. Must be graduates of a recognized program and possess ARDMS registration and be a member of CSDMS and CARDUP....Read more.
St. Joseph's Hospital, Comox, BC:
St. Joseph's General Hospital is recruiting for a full-time registered sonographer. We are adding one technologist to our team. General duties encompass a wide variety of exam types including abdominal, obstetrics, gynecology, small parts, MSK and vascular....Read more.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, ON:
SBGHC is seeking a Temporary Full time Multi site Ultrasonographer to be administratively attached to the Kincardine site of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre. Possible assignment to alternate sites as required (Starts no later than January 2010). CARDUP or ARDMS.....Read more.
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Job Opportunities
Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital, Windsor, ON:
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - full-time, permanent to perform abdominal, pelvic, vascular, OB/GYN, and small parts examinations in a fast paced environment. You are an ARDMS/CARDUP registered medical sonographer in vascular, OB/GYN, abdominal, and small parts....Read more.
Ultrasound & Mammography Associates, Stratford, ON:
Registered Sonographer, Part Time. Ultrasound & Mammography Clinic looking for a part-time Ultrasound Technologist. ARDMS in Abdomen and / or OBGYN And / or CARDUP (CRGS) Or Eligible to obtain above credentials....Read more.
Ultrasound Clinic, Downtown Toronto, ON:
Registered Sonographer Wanted -- Full Time. Looking for a registered sonographer for full time employment. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits included.....Read more.
Vascular Laboratory, Barrie, ON:
Ultrasound Sonographer. Candidates with any ARDMS registration, or person qualified to obtain any ARDMS credential is required. Vascular experience an asset but willing to train.....Read more.