Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Diagnostic Imaging (Signing Bonus Available)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, where your skills in ultrasound will play a critical role in patient care. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, ensuring the highest standards of imaging services. With a focus on excellence in health and healing, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact on the community. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in beautiful Nova Scotia, where work-life harmony allows you to explore the stunning landscapes and vibrant culture. This role not only offers competitive compensation but also generous signing bonuses and relocation assistance, making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking to advance their careers in healthcare.

Benefits

$30,000 signing bonus

$5,000 relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program required.
• Certification and licensure in sonography are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized ultrasound procedures.
• Ensure proper application of ultrasound techniques in patient care.

Skills

Sonography Canada certification

Current CPR Certification

Technical language comprehension

Competencies in other languages (French preferred)

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

Job description

Req ID: 169206
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: DI Ultrasound AVH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 2
CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

Recruitment Incentives

Successful candidates may be eligible for up to $30,000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

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.

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 in order 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 positions; 75 hours biweekly
• Shift work required, including days, evenings, nights, and weekend and holiday coverage

Compensation and Incentives

$36.88 - $44.11 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. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit Recruitment - Incentives.

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.