Medical Ultrasound Technologist
Produce images of the human body through medical imaging devices such as ultrasounds and sonographs. These images help define or confirm the diagnosis made by a specialist as well as identify the appropriate treatment for the patient.
Employment outlook
Good
Employment opportunities are good in Nova-ScotiaPrerequisits
Minimum overall average: 75%
Academic English - Grade 12
Academic Math - Grade 12
Academic Chemistry - Grade 12
Academic Biology or Physics - Grade 12
Other academic subjects
Letter of intent
Curriculum Vitae
Daily tasks
- Greet the patient to put them at ease during the medical examination
- Use, supervise and maintain various ultrasound equipment to obtain images of the human body
- Prepare the examination reports of patients with a cardiac, abdominal, or vascular illness or who are pregnant
- Record, document and archive the images obtained in the patient's medical file
- Advise other health professionals when working as a team
- Control the imaging devices to ensure a clear, quality image during the examination
Required skills
- Been an observer
- Enjoy working with the public
- Have an excellent analytical and synthesis spirit
- Love physical work and handling of instruments
- Love teamwork and interdisciplinary
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Salary
$36,14 / hour *
Annual salary at 40h per week: $75 171
Min hourly rate: $28,00 / h ($58 240)
Max hourly rate: $41,18 / h ($85 654)
* Median rate according to Statistics Canada
Work locations
- Doctor's offices
- Hospital center
- Private clinic
Training institutions
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Type of diploma obtained
Bachelor of Health Science
Years of study: 4