Medical Imaging Technologist - OTIMROEPMQ Clinical Research (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre is seeking a Clinical Imaging Technologist to conduct CT and MRI examinations for clinical studies. The role involves patient preparation, performing imaging procedures, and ensuring compliance with protocols at a leading research facility dedicated to innovative medical practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with CT and MRI imaging.
• Knowledge of government regulations related to medical imaging.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and explain CT and MRI exams to patients.
• Perform imaging examinations as per clinical research protocols.
• Liaise between study coordinators and research radiologists.

Skills

Patient Care

Imaging Techniques

Technical Skills

Education

Certification in Medical Radiography

Job description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary

Under the supervision of the Technical Platform Manager - Centre for Innovative Medicine (CIM), and following established governmental guidelines and regulations, the incumbent is responsible for conducting primarily computed tomography (CT Scan) and magnetic resonance (MRI) examinations for the RI-MUHC clinical studies.

The Centre for Innovative Medicine is located in the new Glen site hospital, which is a unique center in Canada of 5000 m² dedicated exclusively to clinical research.

More information on the CIM:
http://rimuhc.ca/research-centres

General Duties

1. Receives and prepares patients and explain the exam to patients,
2. Performs imaging examinations primarily in Computed Tomography (CT-Scan), as well as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as per the clinical research protocol and the imaging manual in adults and children, use other imaging modalities as per the study requirements,
3. Inserts catheter and injects contrast agents, if required,
4. Books the appointments with the study coordinators,
5. Scans the medical requisitions and prints labels,
6. Anonymizes and uploads images using numerous web portals to transmit to the sponsor and answer queries,
7. Ensures security around the magnetic field and conformity of equipment,
8. Uploads images to PACS,
9. Meets the research teams, on request,
10. Acts as the liaison between the study coordinators and research radiologists,
11. Performs any other tasks as assigned by the manager.