Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist - (223309)

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

Job summary

A regional health authority in Port Alberni is seeking a Laboratory Combined Technologist to receive requisitions, monitor patients, and perform imaging procedures. The role includes carrying out laboratory and ECG testing and utilizing computerized systems. The ideal candidate will have graduated from a recognized program and possess relevant experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration within a health care team.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program.
• One year recent related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to perform tasks independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete requisitions, forms, and reports.
• Monitor patients and perform general imaging procedures as qualified.
• Carry out routine Laboratory and ECG testing as qualified.
• Utilize computerized patient data systems and prepare supplies.

Skills

Deadline management

Emergent situation handling

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Public relations

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Equipment operation

Keyboarding

Ability to perform duties

Education

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program

One year recent related experience

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.