Computed Tomography (CT) & Medical Imaging Technologist - (219164)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Nova Scotia seeks a Computed Tomography (CT) & Medical Imaging Technologist. The role involves performing CT procedures, managing patient monitoring, and operating imaging equipment. Candidates must have a Radiology Technologist Diploma and be eligible for CAMRT registration, alongside relevant experience. Effective communication and the ability to work independently are essential. This position may involve evening and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Radiology Technologist Diploma program and eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).
• Recent, relevant experience in radiography and computed tomography (CT), completion of an accepted CT certificate program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform special procedures including Computerized Tomography (CT) and general medical imaging procedures.
• Receive and complete requisitions, forms, and reports.
• Prioritize workload, prepare and monitor supplies and equipment.
• Monitor patients and operate acquisition equipment and computerized patient data systems.
• Archive acquired images and assume in charge and shift-related responsibilities.

Skills

Organize and coordinate workload for self and others

Establish priorities in collaboration with others

Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team

Problem solve

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Operate related equipment, including computer utilizing a variety of software applications and electronic information systems

Foster good public relations

Demonstrate willingness to keep current with technological developments in the field

Physically able to perform the duties of the position

Education

Radiology Technologist Diploma program

Eligibility for registration with CAMRT

Completion of an accepted CT certificate program

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 Section Head, Site Supervisor or designate, the Computed Tomography (CT) & Medical Imaging Technologist performs special procedures such as Computerized Tomography (CT) a majority of the time, as well as general and additional medical imaging procedures. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, forms and reports; prioritizing workload, preparing and monitoring supplies and equipment; patient monitoring; operating acquisition equipment and computerized patient data systems; archiving acquired images; and assuming in charge and shift related responsibilities, including evening, weekend and night shifts and working without general supervision, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from an approved Radiology Technologist Diploma program and eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Recent, relevant experience in radiography and computed tomography (CT), completion of an accepted CT certificate program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Organize and coordinate workload for self and others
• Establish priorities in collaboration with others
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team
• Problem solve
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Operate related equipment, including computer utilizing a variety of software applications and electronic information systems
• Foster good public relations
• Demonstrate willingness to keep current with technological developments in the field
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position