Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Diagnostic Imaging (Signing Bonus Avialable)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, where you will perform essential ultrasound procedures in a state-of-the-art facility. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a real impact on patient care. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and provides comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage. With a signing bonus and relocation assistance available, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a beautiful region known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound.
• NSCMIRTP licensure and current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ultrasound Procedures

Patient Care

Technical Language Comprehension

CPR Certification

Multilingual Competencies

Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

NSCMIRTP Licensure

Job description

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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Diagnostic Imaging (Signing Bonus Avialable))

Req ID: 170813
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: DI Diagnostic Ultrasound
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT(100%) x 3
NSGEU HealthcarePosition
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.

Successful candidates may be eligible for up to $10,000 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 QEII Health Sciences Centre(Victoria General and Halifax Infirmary)and may be scheduled to work out of the Bayer’s Lake Community Outpatient Clinic.

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
• 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
• Call back, stand by and shift work required, including days, evenings, and weekend and holiday coverage. Nights may be required
• Travel to other sites may be required

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.

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