COMBINED LABORATORY, XRAY TECHNOLOGIST

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

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a registered Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist to join its Laboratory & Radiology department in British Columbia. You will perform routine laboratory, X-Ray, and ECG procedures, and help maintain equipment while adhering to department standards and accreditation bodies.

The role includes on-call duties on weekdays and weekends, with travel to support other sites as needed; Northern Health covers associated expenses and offers a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program; eligible for registration with provincial licensing body.
• One year of general experience in both laboratory and diagnostic imaging fields or equivalent.
• Post graduate certificate in transfusion medicine techniques or microbiology techniques (optional).

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine laboratory, X-Ray, and ECG procedures following departmental policies and standards.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance of equipment and troubleshoots equipment problems.
• On-call required for weekdays and weekends; travel may be required to provide relief for other sites; associated expenses covered by Northern Health.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge integration

Communication

Critical thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment

Physical ability

Education

Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technology program

Registration with provincial licensing body

Post graduate certificate in transfusion medicine

Post graduate certificate in microbiology techniques

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.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
  • Program certificates or diplomas.
  • High school, college, or university transcripts.
  • Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants