Lead Technologist, Medical Imaging

Northern Health; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Canada seeks a Lead Technologist in Medical Imaging to oversee staff and ensure adherence to healthcare regulations. The role requires recent clinical experience and supervisory skills. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Medical Radiography and Registration with CAMRT. Benefits include comprehensive packages, vacation, and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about healthcare and leadership, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent five (5) years' clinical practice in Medical Imaging.
• Valid BC Driver's license is required.
• Ability to perform physical duties related to the position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee department administration, supervision, and budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for Medical Imaging.
• Provide clinical guidance to Medical Imaging staff.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Education

Recognized degree in Medical Radiography

Current Registration with CAMRT

Two years' Supervisory or Management experience

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.

The Lakes District Hospital

is a 16-bed facility that sees an average of 12,000 ER visits per year. The services include:

• Diagnostic Imaging
• Laboratory
• Pharmacy
• Rehabilitation Services
• Palliative Care
• Acute Care
• Public Health
• Home and Community Care

Burns Lake

is located in the heart of the Lakes District, an area boasting over 4800 kilometers of lake shoreline. The village has a diverse population of 2,000 residents and serves a surrounding area of approximately 13,000 residents of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako. With two of the six local First Nations communities located within municipal boundaries, Burns Lake has a strong sense of culture and incredible local talents to showcase. Housing in Burns Lake is very affordable, including lakefront property! There are two K-7 schools, a K-9, a 8-12 and a 10-12 public school within the Lakes District Area. Additionally, there are two Independent Mennonite schools and one College of New Caledonia campus within the community. It is centrally located between Smithers (1.5 hrs) and Prince George (2.5 hours) for ease of access to airports VIA Rail serves Burns Lake year round and stops right in the centre of Burns Lake's downtown core. The small community has so much to offer in the way of beautiful scenery and choice of summer and winter activities. Check out Burns Lake for more information on this family friendly community.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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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.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.