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Cardiac Sonographer - Diagnostic Imaging

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health

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#Diagnostic Imaging#Cardiac Sonographer#Dobutamine Stress Echo#BLS#Tertiary Care#TEE#Sonography Canada#Cardiovascular Technology#Xcelera
#Adult Congenital Heart Disease
#Echocardiographer
#NSCMIRTP
Full TimeTemporaryOn Site2-5 yrsCA$44 - CA$52 / HOURPosted 2 days agoCloses soon

Location

Kentville, Nova Scotia

Salary

CA$44 - CA$52 / HOUR

Quick overview

Perform non-invasive cardiovascular ultrasound examinations to assist physicians in diagnosing heart and blood vessel conditions. Ensure all procedures follow the department's established standards and techniques.

Requirements summary

Must be a graduate of an accredited sonography school with Sonography Canada certification and NSCMIRTP licensure. BLS certification is required, and at least one year of clinical experience is preferred.

professional certificateBLS CertificationFrench LanguageDobutamine Stress EchoEchocardiographyCardiovascular TechnologyAdult Congenital Heart DiseaseUltrasound ExaminationExercise Stress EchoGeneral Electric Vivid E95Transesophageal EchocardiogramResearch EchoPhilips IE 33Epiq 7Xcelera Workstations

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID

  • 223132Location:
  • Western
  • Zone,
  • Valley
  • Regional
  • Hospital
  • Department:
  • DI
  • Cardiac
  • Investigation
  • Unit
  • AVHType of
  • Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
  • Union: CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting

Closing Date

3-Jul-26About the Opportunity Cardiac sonographers, or echocardiographers, use non-invasive cardiovascular technology equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with heart and blood vessel conditions. Cardiac sonographers work alongside and with physicians, using technology to help assess patients and their conditions. Perform Echo ultrasound examinations as requested in accordance to the department’s standards and techniques.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 Sonography Canada certification Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure Current BLS certification Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred Experience in a tertiary care setting an asset Experience in Adult Congenital Heart Disease, TEE, Dobutamine Stress Echo, Exercise Stress Echo, and Research Echo preferred Experience with Philips IE 33, Epiq 7, and Xcelera Workstations an asset Experience with General Electric Vivid E95 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 Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Approximately 18 months Shifts include days & weekends Compensation and Benefits $43.56 - $52.45 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.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning.
  • Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan

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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health

IWK Health is an internationally recognized academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia dedicated to the highest standards of patient and family-centred care, research and education. The IWK is an integral part of the region’s communities, caring for a...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeGovernment Agency
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQHalifax Regional Municipality & Waterville, Nova Scotia

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  • From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself.
  • At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer.
  • Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
  • 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. ​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.
  • Market context

    Medical lab technologist roles in Nova Scotia

    Demand for allied-health roles such as medical laboratory technologists in Nova Scotia is typically steady because hospitals and diagnostic services rely on timely testing across shift schedules, including weekends and holidays. Competition often centers on licensure status, graduation from an approved program, and readiness for shiftwork, while benefits like health, dental, travel, disability, and life insurance can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your NSRMLS or CSMLS eligibility before applying.

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