Summary Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in the North Shore Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a registered diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS). The following information is applicable to all Medical sonographers (NOC 32122).
Description
Medical sonographers operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of various parts of the body to aid physicians in monitoring pregnancies and in diagnosing cardiac, ophthalmic, vascular and other medical disorders. They are employed in clinics and hospitals. Medical sonographers who are supervisors or instructors are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$38.00/hour
Median wage in Nova Scotia
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
2 jobs
advertised in Nova Scotia
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Competencies
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
- Operation and Control
- Instructing
- Monitoring
- Management of Personnel Resources
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