MI-Generalist Sonographer

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Hardy; On-site; CAD 59,677 - 74,445; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Port Hardy is seeking a MI Generalist Sonographer. This position involves performing general ultrasound examinations, completing necessary reports, and ensuring patient safety and equipment operation. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and certification.

Working full-time with a shift schedule from 08:00 to 16:00, the role is temporary, starting from August 14, 2026. A criminal record check is required. Salary ranges from $43.32 to $54.04 per hour.

Qualifications

• One year recent, related experience in a health care setting or equivalent.
• Eligible for registration with Sonography Canada.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ultrasound examinations under supervision.
• Complete requisitions, forms, and reports.
• Prepare and monitor supplies and equipment.
• Monitor patients and operate ultrasound equipment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Independent work

Public relations

Equipment operation

Effective communication

Physical ability

Education

Graduation from approved Ultrasound Technologist Diploma program

Sonography Canada certification

ARDMS certification

Job description

Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) - Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800 to 1600

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$43.32 - $54.04

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Aug. 14 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Aug. 28 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the supervisor, and under the general supervision of a radiologist, the MI Generalist Sonographer performs general ultrasound examinations. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, forms and reports; preparing and monitoring supplies and equipment; patient monitoring; and operating ultrasound equipment, including preparing and presenting patient data to radiologist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from an approved Ultrasound Technologist Diploma program.

Sonography Canada and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification credentials as a Generalist Sonographer and one (1) year recent, related experience in a health care setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Eligible for registration with Sonography Canada.

Skills And Abilities

• Organize and coordinate workload.
• Establish priorities in collaboration with others.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Foster good public relations.
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position.