General Duty X-Ray Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a Medical Imaging Technologist. This role involves providing imaging services with a focus on patient care. Applicants should have a relevant education and be eligible for certification with the C.A.M.R.T. Ideal candidates will demonstrate compassion and have strong communication skills. The position requires in-person work and involves physical demands such as lifting and patient positioning.

Qualifications

• Previous related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PACS and RIS preferred.
• Eligible for registration with C.A.M.R.T. within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient imaging processes.
• Ensure compliance with CPR training requirements.
• Handle heavy equipment and assist patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Compassion towards patients

Knowledge of Indigenous customs

Education

Graduate of a recognized school of Medical Imaging Technology

Job description

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Site: Shared Health - Health Sciences Centre

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 0.70

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Experience

• Previous related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PACS and RIS preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of a recognized school of Medical Imaging Technology.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Imaging Technology Program, eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (C.A.M.R.T.) and registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (C.A.M.R.T.) within three months of hire.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employerpolicy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Must exhibit good interpersonal and English, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion to all patients, and recognize and calm those with high-degree of anxiety.

Physical Requirements

• Stands and moves about during most of the working day.
• Bends, reaches, and lifts and carries for short distances, materials or accessory equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• At times may be required to push or pull heavy equipment.
• Lifts and positions patients, some of whom are in a state of unconsciousness.
• Exposed to extreme patient injuries.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.