Diagnostic Imaging Clerk/Scheduler

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Canada seeks a Diagnostic Imaging Clerk Scheduler. The role involves coordinating appointments for imaging services, using Meditech for patient management, and assisting in examinations. Candidates should have Grade 10 education, strong computer skills, and experience in cross-cultural settings. Fluency in multiple official languages is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Significant computer skills and software knowledge.
• Experience in hospital or clinic settings.
• Fluency in more than one official language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate appointments with patients and departments.
• Assist technologists during examinations.
• Enter examinations in Meditech upon patient's arrival.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

Cross-cultural experience

Education

Grade ten (10)

Medical Terminology course

Tools

Meditech

Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS)

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Diagnostic Imaging, the Diagnostic Imaging Clerk Scheduler (Scheduler) is the first point of contact for all new and existing patients. This position coordinates and communicates Ultrasound, Mammography, and CT appointments with patients, Emergency department, In-patient ward, Clinic, and communities across the Baffin Region. The incumbent will work closely with Ultrasound and CT Technologists to provide medical administrative duties and prepare patients for their scheduled examinations.

The Scheduler provides both internal and external communications and is required to be a team player and a representative of quality patient care delivery. The position is responsible for using Meditech for patient lookup, accessing reports, scheduling appointments, and entering examinations in Meditech upon patient’s arrival. The Scheduler will also look up patient’s previous exams in Picture Archival and Communication Systems (PACS), scan documents into PACS for review, and work with PACS administrators to resolve PACS issues related to Ultrasound, Mammography, and CT. Other duties include assisting technologists during examinations, such as providing oral contrast for CT exams, and providing the Manager, Diagnostic Imaging, with requisitions for supplies needed for Ultrasound, Mammography, and CT.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a minimum of Grade ten (10). The incumbent must have significant computer skills and software knowledge, including Meditech experience. Direct patient care experience in hospital or clinic settings and experience working in cross-cultural environments are also required. Completion of a Medical Terminology course is an asset. This is a highly sensitive position, and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check, is required.

The official languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English, and French. Applicants may submit their resumes in any of these languages. Fluency in more than one official language is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut, and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered. We encourage applications from candidates with equivalent education and/or experience to those listed above. An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.

Additional notes:

• The Government of Nunavut prioritizes hiring Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government employees on probation must obtain and provide written authorization from their department's deputy head for their application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates; each case will be assessed against the position's duties.
• Foreign credentials must be assessed through a recognized Canadian institution; failure to do so may result in application rejection.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.