Department/Program: DI Breast Screening Clinic, Diagnostic Services & Maritime Medical Genetics
Closing Date: July 26, 2026

Successful external applicants may be eligible to receive a one-time Signing Bonus of $10,000 and up to $5,000 in relocation assistance. In turn, a Return of Service will be required for a (2) two-year period.

The Opportunity
The Specialty Technologist – Mammography, under the general supervision of the Breast Screening supervisor and Diagnostic Imaging manager, is responsible for the operation of radiological and accessory equipment for mammography within the Diagnostic Imaging/ Mammography, Breast Screening Multiple Sites and IWK Diagnostic Sites. The technologist must be able to perform quality screening and diagnostic mammography with minimal supervision and display independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Performing radiological procedures for the purpose of medical diagnosis including: assessing requisitions for appropriate examinations, views and equipment required; obtaining pertinent history; selecting techniques and positioning patients to attain quality images; operating X-Ray equipment and adhering to ALARA radiation safety practices;  carrying out sterile techniques when required; and performing clerical duties related to the care of the patient.

Hours of Work
Monday to Friday (75 hours biweekly)

Your Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Radiological Technology required.
• Current registration or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) is required
• Current registration or eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) required.
• Current successful completion of a Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support (BLS) program within the last 12 months or successful completion of a BLS Renewal Challenge Certificate is required.
• Mammography experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to make independent technical decisions and work as part of an interdisciplinary team, required
• A high degree of mental and visual acuity, as well as reasonable manual dexterity is required
• Must be willing to obtain continuing education as part of CAR Mammography Accreditation
• Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills 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. 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.