Magnetic Resonance Imaging (mri) Technologist

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization seeks a Registered MRI Technologist in Terrace, Canada. The role involves performing MRI procedures, assisting Radiologists, and directing trainees. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited medical radiography program, possess CAMRT certification, and demonstrate excellent teaching, communication, and teamwork skills. Benefit packages include extensive health coverage, vacation, and support for moving expenses.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including health/dental

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical radiography program plus successful completion of a recognized program in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
• Two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current certification with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).

Responsibilities

• Perform computer magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures.
• Assist Radiologists during procedures and input patient-specific data.
• Provide direction regarding procedures to student technologists and staff trainees.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Communication

Critical Thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment Operation

Physical Ability

Education

Graduate of accredited medical radiography program

Certification with CAMRT

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Magnetic Resonance Imaging department.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the position promotes a safe environment for patients, residents, families, visitors and staff. Reporting to the Chief Technologist/Manager, and under the direction of a Radiologist, performs computer magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures. Assists the Radiologists during procedure, inputs patient specific data into the Radiology Information System (RIS) PACS and provides direction regarding procedures to student technologists and staff trainees.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, Days, Evenings - 06:30 to 14:30, 07:00 to 15:00, 10:00 to 18:00, 12:00 to 20:00

Ksyen Regional Hospital

The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, the facility features 82 beds, private rooms, and is a centre for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.

Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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.

International Applicants

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Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical radiography program plus successful completion of a recognized program in Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Two (2) years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current certification with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Eligible for membership with the BC Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (BCAMRT) and/or CAMRT.

Skills and Abilities

• Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• 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, computer communication means and conflict resolution skills.
• 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.
• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team and collaborates across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
• Equipment: 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 kilometres 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.