Casual Medical Sonography Technologist

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Medical Sonography Technologist to join their dedicated team in Iqaluit. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality imaging that significantly impacts patient care and diagnosis. The successful candidate will work independently, providing preliminary reports and collaborating with a team to ensure culturally sensitive care for the local community. With competitive salaries, travel support, and a commitment to professional development, this opportunity promises a rewarding career in a vibrant and supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flights provided for travel in/out of community

Subsidized Transient Housing Available

Competitive salaries and Northern Allowance

Up to three travel days provided at the start/end of contract

Qualifications

• Proficient in producing high-quality sonographic images.
• Required registration and certification in medical imaging.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality imaging for patient care and diagnosis.
• Provide preliminary reports to physicians independently.
• Deliver culturally sensitive care to clients in the region.

Skills

Sonographic Imaging

Culturally Sensitive Care

Independent Reporting

Education

Diploma or Degree in Medical Sonography Technology

Job description

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

The Medical Sonography Technologist plays a vital role in providing proficient, timely imaging for patients of Iqaluit and Qikiqtaaluk Region. Independently producing high quality sonographic images impacts the excellence of patient care, treatment, and diagnosis provided by the health care team.

Key Responsibilities

1. High-Quality Imaging: Proficiently scan and produce high-quality sonographic imaging to aid in the care, diagnosis and treatment of patients.


2. Independent: Confident in their skills with no Radiologist on-site. Required to provide preliminary reports to Physicians.


3. Client Oriented Care: Provide culturally sensitive care to the clients of Iqaluit and the surrounding 11 communities, in coordination as a team player with the Diagnostic Imaging Team at Qikiqtani General Hospital.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a Diploma or Degree in Medical Sonography Technology from a Canadian Accredited College or University. Sonography Canada and/or Provincial Medical Imaging registration and certification is required.

What We Have To Offer

• Contracts from 4 weeks up to 4 months
• Flights provided for travel in/out of community
• Subsidized Transient Housing Available
• Up to three travel days provided at the start/end of contract
• Competitive salaries and Northern Allowance
• Monday-Friday, 8:30am--5:00pm. On-call evenings and weekends (shared with another Technologist(s)).

This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

Please note that COVID-19 vaccination is a mandatory condition of employment. Submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination with your application. Travelers are responsible to determine what applies to you based on your Territorial / Provincial requirements.

If you are interested in applying, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]