LEAD TECHNOLOGIST, LABORATORY

Northern Health; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation after one year

Employer-funded training andLeadership

Benefits: extended health, dental, and

Pension plan for employees

Relocation assistance available

NH Indigenous Community of Practice

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Job summary

Northern Health in Burns Lake invites applications for a Lead Technologist to blend clinical radiography expertise with proven leadership. You will steer the Medical Imaging department's strategy and daily operations to deliver safe, high-quality care.

The role requires five years of clinical practice with two in supervision, CAMRT registration, and a valid BC driver's license. This position is anchored at Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre within a vibrant northern BC community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized degree in Medical Radiography.
• Minimum five years' clinical practice with at least two years in supervisory/management.
• Current CAMRT registration and eligibility for BCAMRT.
• Valid BC Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admin, budgeting, and supervision of Medical Imaging department.
• Ensure standards align with regulatory and accreditation bodies.
• Provide clinical guidance to Imaging staff.
• Manage workload, quality, labour relations, HR issues.
• Collaborate across disciplines and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Radiography

CAMRT Registration

BC Driver's License

Tools

Meditech

Windows-based programs

Job description

Position Summary

Are you looking for that career that will allow you to combine your clinical expertise and your proven leadership skills? If you feel, you can deliver success by implementing strategies that focus the efforts of individuals on business goals, individual goals, team goals and translating them into positive outcomes – we want to hear from you.

Administrative Component

In accordance with established mission, vision and values of the organization, this position is accountable for the administration, supervision, planning and budgeting of the department. Reporting to the Health Services Administrator on administrative matters this position is responsible for monitoring and managing budgets, workload, quality, labour relations and human resource issues. The incumbent is responsible for interpreting and implementing all organizational regulations, policies and procedures as they apply to Medical Imaging services.

Lead Technologist Component

The position is responsible for ensuring that standards for the Diagnostic Imaging staff are consistent with regulatory/accrediting body standards and relevant legislation. Provides clinical guidance to designated Medical Imaging staff practicing in the facility.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Rotating, Days - 08:00 to 16:00. This position works Stat Holidays, but does not work Weekends.

Qualfications

• Completion of a recognized degree from an accredited program in Medical Radiography.
• Recent five (5) years' clinical practice including a minimum of two (2) years’ Supervisory or Management experience in the assigned Allied Health field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current Registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) and eligible for membership with the BC Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (BCAMRT).
• Valid BC Driver’s license.

Skills and Abilities

• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervises responsibilities of others, and collaborates across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, recognition and collaboration. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff and the members of the interdisciplinary team using, oral, written and computer communication means. Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision making skills using a systems approach.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
• Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working

Facility: Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre

Community: Burns Lake

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants