Vascular Diagnostic Technologist - Non-Invasive Vascular Lab

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Nova Scotia Health Authority as a Vascular Diagnostic Technologist and be a vital part of the non-invasive vascular lab team. You will execute diagnostic examinations and collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to work in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in health and healing.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Dental coverage

Life insurance coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Market Adjustment of approximately $239.25 biweekly

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year clinical experience preferred.
• Experience in a tertiary care setting an asset.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform sonographic examinations focused on the vascular system and associated pathological conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians to assess patients and their conditions.
• Maintain professional competencies through ongoing education.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical ability to perform the assigned work

Strong sense of initiative and responsibility

Ability to adapt to flexible workload and stressful situation

Ability to maintain good relationships with patients, families and co-workers

Education

Graduate of a recognized Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program or equivalent with Vascular Specialty

Registration with NSCMIRTP

Current credentialed member of Sonography Canada as a Canadian Registered Vascular Sonographer (CRVS)

Current CPR - BLS (C) certification

Tools

GE LOGIQ

FalconPro Peripheral Vascular System

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 189352
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ Non-Invasive Vascular Lab
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% ) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 6-Jun-25

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.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Vascular Diagnostic Technologist is a member of the non-invasive vascular lab team. The Vascular Diagnostic Technologist applies critical things with respond to anatomy and physiology and diagnostic techniques to preform sonographic examinations. The primary focus of the technologist is the vascular system and associated pathological conditions. The technologist works alongside and with physicians using technology to help assess patients and their conditions Diagnostic testing is completed as requested in accordance to the departments standards and techniques. The technologist accepts responsibility for maintaining and continually enhancing individual professional competencies thorough ongoing professional development, including participation in education programs research and continuous quality improvement. The technologist is responsible and accountable for their practice and conduct as defined by the Nov Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals and for ensuring that their registration is current and valid. The technologist practices within their scope of practice as defined by Sonography Canada.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of a recognized Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program or equivalent with Vascular Specialty
• Current (or eligible) for registration with NSCMIRTP
• Current credentialed member of Sonography Canada as a Canadian Registered Vascular Sonographer (CRVS).
• Current CPR - BLS ( C ) certification
• Minimum of one year clinical experience preferred
• Experience in a tertiary care setting an asset
• Experience as a preceptor an asset
• Experience with GE LOGIQ and FalconPro Peripheral Vascular Systeman asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with databases and associated software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work
• Ability to maintain good relationships with patients, families and co-workers
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, on a consultative basis, within the health care team
• Strong sense of initiative and responsibility
• Ability to adapt to flexible workload and stressful situation
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$34.22 - $41.55 hourly
$43.00 hourly with 25 years' experience

This position is currently eligible for a Market Adjustment of approximately $239.25 biweekly. Eligibility for a Market Adjustment is reviewed periodically.

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.

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.