Combined Laboratory, Xray Technologist

Northern Health; Tumbler Ridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental coverage

Municipal pension plan

Moving expenses assistance

Job summary

Northern Health seeks a registered Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technologist to support the Laboratory & Radiology department. You will perform routine lab work, X-ray and ECG procedures, following NH policies and accrediting standards, with on-call responsibilities and potential travel to provide relief at other sites.

Supervision is under the Manager or designate; you will maintain equipment and support clinical decisions with accurate data and collaboration within the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program and eligible for provincial registration.
• One year of general experience in laboratory and diagnostic imaging or equivalent.
• Post-graduate certificates in transfusion medicine and/or microbiology are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory, X-Ray and ECG procedures per department policies.
• Conduct routine and preventive maintenance of equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
• On-call duties with weekday/weekend coverage; travel may be required to Chetwynd and Hudson Hope.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Knowledge integration

Management

Leadership

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program

Licensing eligibility

Tools

Meditech

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.

On-call required for both weekdays and weekend. Travel may be required to provide relief for Chetwynd and Hudson Hope (associated expenses covered by Northern Health).

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days - 08:30 to 16:30, Rotating

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:

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Tumbler Ridge

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, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here's what we provide:

• 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.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.