Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Diagnostic Imaging (Signing Bonus Available)

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

Job description

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Diagnostic Imaging (Signing Bonus Available)

Req ID: 185606
Department/Program: Diagnostic Ultrasound, Diagnostic Services & Maritime Medical Genetics
Location: Halifax
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) approximate fifteen (15) month long assignment x 1 position(s)
Start Date: ASAP
Union Status: NSGEU Hlthcare, Healthcare Bargaining Unit
Compensation: $34.2439 - $41.3613 /hour
Closing Date: Open Until Filled (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

Successful external applicants may be eligible to receive a one-time Signing Bonus of up to $5,000. In turn, a Return of Service will be required equivalent to the length of assignment.

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs.

The Opportunity

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs high quality ultrasound studies for pediatric, obstetrical and gynecological patients under the direction of a Radiologist. The Sonographer participates in the training of other Sonographers, Students, and Residents as required. The incumbent provides diagnostic quality images using accepted protocol; discusses exams with Radiologists using PACS, video and recorded information; maintains accurate patient files; records appropriate and timely information in the computer; maintains a professional attitude; and practices good patient care at all times.

Hours of Work

7.5-hour shifts; 75 hours biweekly (rotational standby and callback afterhours)

Your Qualifications

• Registered with Sonography Canada, including Ob/Gyn and Abdomen as a minimum required.
• Registered or eligible to be registered with NSCMIRTP
• Must have, and continue to maintain, registry status by obtaining the required continued medical education credits (CME) every three years.
• Registry in Neurosonography is preferred.
• Experience in obstetrics preferred.
• Experience in pediatrics and neurosonography preferred.
• Preceptor experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.