COMBINED LABORATORY, X-RAY TECHNOLOGIST

Position Summary

Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Radiology department.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, and working without general supervision, the Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist performs a variety of routine 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 troubleshoots equipment problems as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

Monday to Friday Days 08:00 to 16:00. This position also requires on-call after hours, weekends, and stats.

Stewart Health Centre

Provides walk-in emergency services and 24/7 on-call service that includes a Physician, RN, Diagnostic. It offers pre- and post-natal infant and child care, diagnostic, lab, and medical clinics. There is videoconferencing with oncology, dietitian, diabetic nurse, as well as visiting specialist clinics - Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Surgeon, Pediatrician, Rheumatologist, Mental Health Clinician.

Community Information

Stewart has a population of 401 residents. It is located at the head of Portland Canal, a steep, narrow ocean inlet that forms a natural border between British Columbia and Alaska. Check out Stewart, home to towering snow-capped mountains and the hanging glaciers of Bear Pass.

What Northern Health Has to Offer

• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technologist 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.

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: Ability to evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve and make decisions effectively, applying a systems approach.
• Management: Ability to organize work, set objectives, establish priorities, manage time and resources, and collaborate across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and innovation. Demonstrates planning for change and professional development.
• Teamwork: Ability to foster teamwork and commitment to client care excellence.
• Equipment: Proficiency in Meditech, Windows-based programs, data analysis, email, word processing, and operation of related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who We Are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, offering health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We serve a population of 300,000, employing over 7,000 staff across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and other specialized services.