COMBINED LABORATORY X-RAY TECHNOLOGIST

Northern Health

Nelson

On-site

CAD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation after 1 year

Benefits package

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Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a registered Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technologist to join our Laboratory & Radiology department at Fort Nelson General Hospital. You will perform routine laboratory, X-Ray and ECG procedures in line with policy and accreditation standards, and you will help maintain equipment.

On-call is required and shared for this position. You will work under the supervision of the Manager or designate, bringing a strong work ethic, teaching abilities, and a collaborative approach

Qualifications

Graduation from an approved Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program.
Eligible for registration with a provincial licensing body.
One year of general experience in both laboratory and diagnostic imaging fields.
Postgraduate certificates in transfusion medicine or microbiology are an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs routine laboratory, X-Ray and ECG procedures in accordance with departmental policies and standards.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance of equipment and troubleshoots equipment problems as required.
Collaborates with medical staff and the interdisciplinary team to support patient care.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge integration

Communication

Critical thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Meditech

Data analysis

Equipment operation

Education

Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program

Postgraduate certificates in transfusion medicine or microbiology

Tools

Meditech software

Windows-based programs

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Laboratory & Radiology department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist performs a variety of routine laboratory, X-Ray and ECG procedures in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and standards as defined by respective service and accrediting bodies. Performs routine and preventative maintenance of equipment and trouble shoots equipment problems as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, Days - 07:00 to 15:00, 08:00 to 16:00. On-call is required and shared for this position.

Qualfications

Graduation from an approved Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program. Eligible for registration with a provincial licensing body.

One year of general experience in both laboratory and diagnostic imaging fields or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

May hold post graduate certificate in transfusion medicine techniques and/or post graduate certificate in microbiology techniques.

Skills and Abilities:

Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.

Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.

Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff and the members of the interdisciplinary team using, oral written and computer communication means. Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict.

Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.

Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervises responsibilities of others, and collaborates across disciplines.

Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and risk-taking. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.

Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.

Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Fort Nelson General Hospital

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort Nelson

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice

Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.