Top Benefits
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) provides integrated health and social services across the territory, with a focus on culturally respectful, patient-centered care. It sets clinical standards and policies to ensure consistent, accountable service delivery, including emergency care, mental health support, child and family services, and long-term care. Services are designed to be culturally safe, especially for Indigenous clients, by incorporating anti-racist, trauma-informed practices and traditional knowledge.
In the Beaufort Delta Region, Inuvik Regional Hospital offers a wide range of services, including diagnostic imaging. The Sonographer plays a key role in this team, performing ultrasound exams that aid in diagnosing conditions involving the abdomen, pelvis, heart, blood vessels, and pregnancy. The role demands precision, critical thinking, and empathy, particularly during sensitive procedures. Working closely with radiologists and other professionals, the Sonographer helps ensure timely, accurate, and respectful care in a diverse northern setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Using ultrasound equipment while working independently with mostly remote Radiologist supervision, the Sonographer performs sonographic examinations (scan, interpret and document) that will accurately demonstrate pathology (or wellness) of the patient to the diagnosing Radiologist and referring physician.
- Independently performs quality control (QC) tests on ultrasound equipment in order to maintain image quality and to ensure a safe environment for patients and health professionals.
- Provide reliable and current sonographic information to Stanton staff, Physicians, Radiologists and others as required.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a Canadian Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program from an accredited facility, plus 2 years of related experience including first, second and third trimester obstetrical exams.
Registration with Sonography Canada is required. The incumbent will be required to authorize the employer to independently verify the registration with Sonography Canada.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Top Benefits
About the role
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) provides integrated health and social services across the territory, with a focus on culturally respectful, patient-centered care. It sets clinical standards and policies to ensure consistent, accountable service delivery, including emergency care, mental health support, child and family services, and long-term care. Services are designed to be culturally safe, especially for Indigenous clients, by incorporating anti-racist, trauma-informed practices and traditional knowledge.
In the Beaufort Delta Region, Inuvik Regional Hospital offers a wide range of services, including diagnostic imaging. The Sonographer plays a key role in this team, performing ultrasound exams that aid in diagnosing conditions involving the abdomen, pelvis, heart, blood vessels, and pregnancy. The role demands precision, critical thinking, and empathy, particularly during sensitive procedures. Working closely with radiologists and other professionals, the Sonographer helps ensure timely, accurate, and respectful care in a diverse northern setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Using ultrasound equipment while working independently with mostly remote Radiologist supervision, the Sonographer performs sonographic examinations (scan, interpret and document) that will accurately demonstrate pathology (or wellness) of the patient to the diagnosing Radiologist and referring physician.
- Independently performs quality control (QC) tests on ultrasound equipment in order to maintain image quality and to ensure a safe environment for patients and health professionals.
- Provide reliable and current sonographic information to Stanton staff, Physicians, Radiologists and others as required.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a Canadian Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program from an accredited facility, plus 2 years of related experience including first, second and third trimester obstetrical exams.
Registration with Sonography Canada is required. The incumbent will be required to authorize the employer to independently verify the registration with Sonography Canada.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.