Diagnostic Sonographer I

Your Opportunity:
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is seeking an enthusiastic Diagnostic Sonographer to join our team at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH). Located steps from Edmonton’s Ice District, the RAH is an 882-bed facility and Western Canada’s largest, busiest hospital—serving a population that spans one-third of Canada’s land mass. As a leader in specialized care, research, and education, RAH delivers advanced, patient-centred services in a workplace culture known as the “RAH-Way,” where staff are encouraged to use their voice, advocate for patients, and take pride in their work. In this role, your skills will directly impact patient care. With strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and compassionate bedside manner, you will provide high-quality imaging to support accurate diagnoses, monitor conditions, and guide physicians during real-time procedures. Your ability to balance precision with patient comfort ensures individuals feel supported throughout their care journey. The position requires standing for long periods, pushing and pulling stretchers and equipment, and lifting up to 50 lbs. As part of our collaborative Diagnostic Imaging Services team, you’ll gain experience in general ultrasound and the Maternal Fetal Medicine Clinic, performing both routine and complex scans vital to patient outcomes. This role offers opportunities to expand your expertise, contribute to groundbreaking care, and work within a team that values innovation, excellence, and compassion. We are looking for someone with strong decision-making skills, initiative, and a flexible, cooperative attitude. You demonstrate tact, empathy, and professionalism with patients and families, and work effectively both independently and within a team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.

Description:
As a Diagnostic Sonographer I, you will perform a variety of standardized and complex ultrasound services for the diagnosis and tracking of disease and pathology. Your responsibilities include preparing the patient for examination, reviewing patient history, explaining procedures, obtaining ultrasound images of diagnostic quality, and takes initial action to resolve abnormal findings. You will assist with diagnosis, clinical intervention and patient management all while ensuring a high level of patient care and safety. Your work may include assisting Radiologists and Cardiologists, Perinatologists and other medical staff with special procedures where required.
- **Classification**:Diagnostic Sonographer I
- ** Union**:HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- ** Unit and Program**:Diagnostic Imaging/Ultrasound
- ** Primary Location**:Royal Alexandra Hospital
- ** Location Details**:As Per Location
- ** Multi-Site**:Not Applicable
- ** FTE**:0.50
- ** Posting End Date**:01-OCT-2025
- ** Employee Class**:Regular Part Time
- ** Date Available**:03-NOV-2025
- ** Hours per Shift**:7.75
- ** Length of Shift in weeks**:2
- ** Shifts per cycle**:5
- ** Shift Pattern**:Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
- ** Days Off**:As Per Rotation
- ** Minimum Salary**:$40.96
- ** Maximum Salary**:$52.83
- ** Vehicle Requirement**:Not Applicable

**Required Qualifications**:
Completion of extended diploma from an accredited ultrasound program or completion of certification in Diagnostic Sonography from an accredited program. Active or eligible for registration with Sonography Canada and/or Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).

**Additional Required Qualifications**:
**Preferred Qualifications**: