Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Diagnostic Imaging (Multi site position)

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Kentville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform both routine and specialized ultrasound procedures. The successful candidate will have relevant certifications and a commitment to high-quality patient care. This permanent full-time position requires shift work and offers competitive compensation ranging from $38.74 to $47.50 per hour, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound.
• Current CPR certification is a must.
• Previous experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized ultrasound procedures.
• Ensure proper application of ultrasound techniques.
• Report to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging.

Skills

Sonography Canada certification

Current CPR Certification

Comprehension of technical language

Competencies in other languages

Previous experience in diagnostic ultrasound

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals licensure

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 212735
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: DI Ultrasound AVH
Type of Employment: Permanent, Hourly FT (100%) x 1
CUPE Healthcare Position:
Posting Closing Date: 2-Dec-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

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About the Opportunity

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer reports to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, as a member of the Diagnostic Imaging Team performs patient care, technical activities, and duties directly related to the overall functioning of the department. The purpose of this position involves the performance of routine and specialized ultrasound procedures in the Diagnostic Imaging Department ensuring proper application of ultrasound techniques and procedures.

Travel to other sites may be required.

Multi-Site - This position is based out of Valley Regional Hospital but may be scheduled to work out of Soldiers Memorial Hospital.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
• Sonography Canada certification
• Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure
• Current CPR Certification
• Comprehension of the technical language to be able to review and use manuals and take part in relevant discussions
• Previous experience is an asset
• Registration with more than one ultrasound credential is an asset
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Shift work required, including days, evenings, nights, and weekend and holiday coverage

Compensation and Benefits

$38.74 - $47.50 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.