Mammography Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Job summary

The Mammography Technologist operates mammographic and sonographic equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while delivering patient-centered care. They must work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and maintain safety standards across various clinical sites.

Job details

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 213404Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital Department: OPEZ DI Screening Mammography CBRType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Union: UNIFOR Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 13-Oct-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, The Mammography Technologist is responsible for the delivery of patient centered care while operating mammographic and/or sonographic equipment and techniques with minimal supervision while exercising independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The Mammography Technologist is responsible for operating a mammography and/or ultrasound unit to produce high quality images of the breasts for screening and diagnostic purposes, while continuously remaining responsive to and responsible for each patient in their care. The Mammography Technologist is responsible for effective communication in a multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary environment while fostering a culture of safety in the workplace. This position involves travel on the Nova Scotia Breast Screening Mobile Unit and in the Mammography Department at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Travel to other sites may be required.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure Must be willing to obtain continuing education as part of the CAR Mammography Accreditation Program (CAR-MAP), which includes annual maintenance of continuing education course (15 hours CME credits every 3 years) Must be willing to obtain Breast Imaging I and Breast Imaging II courses (25 continuing education hours per course), and Bring your Position Upfront: Breast Position Virtual Session (1 hour session) Previous experience is an asset Qualification to work in more than one Diagnostic Imaging modality is an asset Basic Life Support Certification Ability to use time effectively by organizing and prioritizing duties, while working independently and under minimal supervision Possess the physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position Demonstrates initiative, organizational and prioritizing skills; and the demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively within inter-professional teams Comprehension of the technical language to be able to review and use manuals and take part in relevant discussions 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 Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Compensation and Benefits $36.87 - $45.21 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. 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.

What you’ll do

The Mammography Technologist operates mammographic and sonographic equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while delivering patient-centered care. They must work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and maintain safety standards across various clinical sites.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School of Radiological Technology and hold current CAMRT certification and NSCMIRTP licensure. The role requires Basic Life Support certification and a willingness to complete ongoing specialized breast imaging education.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Defined benefit pension plan

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mammography
• Diagnostic imaging
• Sonography
• Patient care
• Radiological technology
• Basic life support
• Time management
• Interdisciplinary communication
• Safety culture
• Independent judgment
• Ingenuity
• Effective Communication
• Patient-Centered Care
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Breast Imaging
• Medical Ultrasonography
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Healing
• Innovation
• Radiation Therapy
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Diagnostic Imaging Technologist
• Radiologic Technician / Technologist
• Health Associate Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

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