MRI Technologist (Signing and Relocation bonuses available) Department/Program: MRI , Diagnostic Services & Maritime Medical Genetics Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Start Date: ASAP NSGEU Hlthcare , Healthcare Bargaining Unit Successful external applicants may be eligible to receive a one-time Signing Bonus of $10,000. External successful applicants may be eligible to receive up to $5000.00 relocation support. 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 collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values , and enjoy access to enhanced perks and wellness programs.

We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive. 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.

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 MRI Technologist, under the general supervision of the area supervisor and department manager is responsible for the operation of the MRI and accessory equipment requiring minimum supervision, independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Performing MRI procedures for the purpose of medical diagnosis including: assessing requisitions for appropriate examinations; obtaining pertinent history and screening patients for MRI safety and possible contrast reactions, providing patient care and monitoring of patients, selecting techniques and positioning patients; post-processing acquired images, maintaining an MRI safe environment and providing MRI safety education, practicing sterile techniques when required; and performance of clerical duties related to the care of the patient including ensuring the accuracy and transfer of data to PACS.



Graduate of a recognized school of Medical Radiation Technology required.

Current or eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) required. Current or eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) required. Successful completion of a Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support (BLS) Program in the last 12 months required or successful completion of a BLS Renewal Challenge Certificate required.

Demonstrated ability to make independent technical decisions and work as part of an interdisciplinary team, required.

Competencies in other languages an asset. 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.

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.

I f you are an employee ofIWK Health , please apply through the internal careers page to ensure you are flagged as an internal applicant.

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📌 MRI Technologist (Signing and Relocation bonuses available) (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality