Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs high-quality ultrasound studies for pediatric, obstetrical, and gynecological patients under the direction of a Radiologist. The incumbent also participates in the training of students and residents while maintaining accurate patient records and professional standards.
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IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region.
We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia.
People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities.
We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes.
We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs.
We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.
Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us.
We are located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people.
Working in Mi’kma’ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization.
There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years.
We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country.
Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country.
We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face.
We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer.
We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.The Opportunity The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs high quality ultrasound studies for pediatric, obstetrical and gynecological patients under the direction of a Radiologist.
The Sonographer participates in the training of other Sonographers, Students, and Residents as required.
The incumbent provides diagnostic quality images using accepted protocol; discusses exams with Radiologists using PACS, video and recorded information; maintains accurate patient files; records appropriate and timely information in the computer; maintains a professional attitude; and practices good patient care at all times.
Hours of Work 7.5 hour shifts; Monday to Friday, variable shifts Your Qualifications
Registered with Sonography Canada, including Ob/Gyn and Abdomen as a minimum required.
Registered or eligible to be registered with NSCMIRTP Must have, and continue to maintain, registry status by obtaining the required continued medical education credits (CME) every three years.
Registry in Neurosonography is preferred.
Experience in obstetrics preferred.
Experience in pediatrics and neurosonography preferred.
Preceptor experience preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.
Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.
Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. 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.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.
If you are an employee of IWK Health, please apply through the internal careers page to ensure you are flagged as an internal applicant.
Candidates must be registered with Sonography Canada and NSCMIRTP, with specific certifications in Ob/Gyn and Abdomen. Experience in pediatrics, neurosonography, and preceptor roles is preferred.
Market context
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.