The Elite Team of Sonographers was first established in 2007 by a small group of sonographers to respond to the back-log of ultrasound examinations across Canada. The goal is to provide diagnostic ultrasound services to patients to prevent any delay of treatment. The Elite Sonographers may work one week per month and they get paid on a fee-for-service basis in addition to the cost of travel and accommodation. 

Who is an Elite Sonographer?

An Elite Sonographer is:

• a registered sonographer, with both CARDUP and CSDMS (including liability insurance), 
• able to perform diagnostic ultrasound services accurately, thoroughly, efficiently and independently,
• competent to perform general, OB, Gyne (including EV), small parts (breast, scrotum, neck), vascular (carotid, DVT, venous reflux), and/or MSK, and/or cardiac ultrasound according to the CARDUP standards,
• capable of performing at least 3 ultrasound exams per hour, for example an abdomen, an OB under 14 weeks, and a carotid,
• Capable of working on a variety of ultrasound machines by using the manuals.

If you are interested in joining our Elite Team, please apply by email (hamid@sonographers.ca) and attach the following information:

1.       a cover letter expressing your interest in joining our Elite Team

2.       a comprehensive resume highlighting your work experience in ultrasound, expertise, academic achievements, awards etc.

3.       a copy of your current registration with CARDUP and CSDMS

4.       3 references who know your professional work over the last 5 years (at least one of them should be a faculty member of a Canadian university)

5.       Your membership number with sonographers.ca