Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Laboratory Combined Technologist to enhance patient safety and quality in healthcare services. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for performing imaging procedures, conducting laboratory tests, and utilizing computerized patient data systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong communication skills, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a supportive and dynamic healthcare setting. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program required.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete requisitions, forms, and reports.
• Perform general imaging procedures and routine Laboratory and ECG testing.

Skills

Deadline Management

Emergency Situation Management

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Public Relations

Independent Work

Problem Solving

Equipment Operation

Keyboarding

Education

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program

One year recent related experience

Tools

Computerized Patient Data Systems

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Supervisor or designate, the Laboratory Combined Technologist receives and completes requisitions, forms and reports; monitors patients; performs general imaging procedures, as qualified, including archiving acquired images; carries out routine Laboratory and ECG testing, as qualified; utilizes computerized patient data systems; and prepares and monitors supplies and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/ Medical Radiography Technician Program; One (1) year recent related experience; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Meet deadlines.
• Determine and deal with emergent situations.
• Organize, prioritize and coordinate workload.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff and other health care providers.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Foster good public relations.
• Work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Problem solve.
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
• Keyboard at 30 wpm.
• Physically and emotionally perform the duties of the position.