Sonographers - Various Units and Locations Available in Nova Scotia

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and Cardiac Sonographers to join their dedicated team across various locations in Nova Scotia. This role involves performing essential ultrasound procedures and providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to excellence in health services, this organization offers a supportive workplace that values diversity and innovation. Successful candidates may also benefit from a signing bonus and relocation assistance, making this an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in a thriving healthcare setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Signing Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient Care

Ultrasound Techniques

Technical Activities

Competencies in Other Languages

Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

NSCMIRTP Licensure

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Sonographers - Various Units and Locations Available in Nova Scotia

Req ID: 175821
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union: HealthCare Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Successful Candidate(s) Location

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.

Successful candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus starting at $10,000 and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health is hiring Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and Cardiac Sonographers across the province. The 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.

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
• 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

• Various sites and community-based locations throughout Nova Scotia. You will be asked to specify your work location preferences in the screening questions that follow once you click 'Apply now >>'.
• Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel to other sites may be required.

Compensation and Benefits

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer: $36.88 - $44.11 hourly
Cardiac Sonographer: $42.18 - $49.54 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. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.

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.