Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist - (215727)

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Canada seeks a Laboratory Combined Technologist to enhance patient safety and quality of care. The role includes performing imaging procedures and laboratory tests while utilizing computerized systems. Ideal candidates will have a relevant educational background and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/ Medical Radiography Technician Program.
• One (1) year recent related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receives and completes requisitions, forms and reports.
• Performs general imaging procedures and laboratory tests.
• Monitors patients and prepares supplies and equipment.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/ Medical Radiography Technician Program

Tools

Computerized patient data systems

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.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD4389.pdf