CT Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a CT Technologist to operate CT scanners and perform examinations efficiently and professionally at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. You will position patients, operate equipment safely, follow radiation protection guidelines, and perform related clerical duties.

Travel to other sites may be required. We require graduation from an accredited Radiological Technology program, CAMRT certification, NSRMIRT licensure, and CT imaging training.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology.
• CAMRT certification required or asset.
• NSRMIRT licensure.
• CT courses or CT Imaging Certificate an asset.
• CT experience preferred; IV experience preferred or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners and perform CT examinations efficiently and professionally.
• Position patients and ensure high-quality imaging.
• Follow radiation protection guidelines and maintain sterile techniques when required.
• Provide clerical support related to patient handling and documentation.
• May travel to other sites as needed.

Skills

CT imaging experience

IV injection training

Communication skills

Team player

French language (asset)

Education

Accredited School of Radiological Technology

CAMRT CT certification / CT Imaging Certificate

NSRMIRT licensure

Job description

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Req ID: 225480
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: DI CT Scan CBR
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: UNIFORHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 2-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager, the CT Technologist is responsible for the efficient operation of the CT scanners. They will organize and perform computed tomography examinations efficiently and professionally.

The CT Technologist positions the patient to obtain high-quality images; operates equipment safely while following radiation protection guidelines, practices sterile techniques when required, and performs clerical duties related to the handling of the customer.

Travel to other sites may be required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology
• Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification
• Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NSRMIRT) licensure
• CAMRT CT courses or CT Imaging Certificate an asset
• CT experience preferred
• IV experience preferred or willing to be trained in intravenous injection and will be required to use a contrast injector
• A high degree of mental, visual, and manual dexterity is required
• Works independently and as a healthcare team member to ensure exceptional patient care
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Call and shift work required, evenings, nights, and weekends

Compensation and Benefits

$38.74 - $47.50 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.

We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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