Computed Tomography (CT) & Medical Imaging Technologist - (222052)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Computed Tomography & Medical Imaging Technologist in Victoria, Nova Scotia. This role focuses on performing CT procedures and additional medical imaging tasks, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment. Required qualifications include a Radiology Technologist Diploma and eligibility with the CAMRT. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills are essential, alongside the capability to work independently. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Recent, relevant experience in radiography and computed tomography.
• Completion of an accepted CT certificate program or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Perform special procedures such as Computerized Tomography (CT).
• Receive and complete requisitions, forms, and reports.
• Prioritize workload and monitor supplies and equipment.
• Operate acquisition equipment and computerized patient data systems.

Skills

Organize and coordinate workload

Establish priorities

Work independently and in teams

Problem solve

Communicate effectively

Operate related equipment

Foster good public relations

Keep current with technological developments

Physically able to perform duties

Education

Graduation from an approved Radiology Technologist Diploma program

Eligible for registration with CAMRT

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