Computed Tomography (CT) & Medical Imaging Technologist

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a Computed Tomography & Medical Imaging Technologist to perform specialized imaging procedures, including CT scans. Candidates must have a Radiology Technologist Diploma and eligibility for CAMRT registration. Responsibilities include managing requisitions, patient monitoring, and operating related equipment. The role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This position involves shift work, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Radiology Technologist Diploma program.
• Eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists.
• Recent experience in radiography and computed tomography.

Responsibilities

• Perform special procedures such as Computerized Tomography.
• Receive and complete requisitions and reports.
• Monitor patients and prepare equipment.
• Operate computerized patient data systems.

Skills

Organize and coordinate workload

Establish priorities

Work independently

Problem solve

Effective communication

Operate related equipment

Foster good public relations

Keep current with technology

Physically able to perform duties

Education

Radiology Technologist Diploma

Registration with CAMRT

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