Casual Medical Sonography Technologist

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health organization in Iqaluit is seeking a Medical Sonography Technologist. You will independently produce high-quality sonographic images that assist in patient care. The role requires providing preliminary reports to physicians and delivering culturally sensitive care to clients in Iqaluit and neighboring communities. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered for contracts ranging from 4 weeks to 4 months.

Benefits

Flights provided for travel

Subsidized Transient Housing

Competitive salaries and Northern Allowance

Qualifications

• Required to provide preliminary reports to Physicians.
• Confident skills with no Radiologist on-site.
• Provide culturally sensitive care.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality sonographic imaging for patient care.
• Work independently to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
• Coordinate with the Diagnostic Imaging Team.

Skills

Proficient imaging skills

Client-oriented care

Culturally sensitive communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Medical Sonography Technology

Sonography Canada certification

Job description

Overview

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

Role

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.

Responsibilities

• High-Quality Imaging: Proficiently scan and produce high-quality sonographic imaging to aid in the care, diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Independent: Confident in their skills with no Radiologist on-site. Required to provide preliminary reports to Physicians.
• 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.

Qualifications

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)).

How to Apply

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