Medical Radiation Technologist

gov; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) to provide diagnostic X-ray and CT services as part of a rotation in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. You will support Radiologists with high-quality imaging to enable accurate, timely diagnoses.

You will work independently to perform radiology and CT procedures, adhering to NTHSSA policies while coordinating daily CT workloads and utilizing various imaging equipment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Medical Radiation Technology.
• Workplace Computed Tomography training (or willing to obtain).
• Certificate in CT Imaging (CTIC) through CAMRT or willing to obtain within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality diagnostic X-ray and CT images for Radiologists.
• Adhere to NTHSSA standards and objectives.
• Work independently to perform radiology and CT procedures per policies.
• Coordinate and manage day-to-day CT workload.
• Use varied diagnostic imaging equipment to deliver accurate imaging.

Education

Diploma or Degree in Medical Radiation Technology

Certificate in CT Imaging (CTIC) through CAMRT or willing to obtain within three years of hire

IV certification

Job description

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) is responsible to provide diagnostic X-ray and Computed Tomography (CT) services, as part of a rotation, to patients of the Diagnostic Imaging (DI) Department in accordance with established standards of practice in Radiology. The philosophy and objectives of the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) to competently produce quality images which supports the Radiologist in the accurate and timely diagnosis of patients.

Key Requirements

• This full-time position involves producing high-quality images that aid Radiologists in making accurate and timely diagnoses.
• The MRT must adhere to the standards and objectives of the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), ensuring competent and effective imaging practices.
• The role requires strong technical skills and a focus on delivering excellent patient care through accurate imaging.
• You will need to work independently to perform all types of radiology and CT procedures in accordance with NTHSSA policies and procedures and governing bodies.
• You will need to coordinate and manage the day-to-day CT workload and have specialized knowledge of Radiology and an be able to use varied types of diagnostic equipment.

Key Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Medical Radiation Technology and workplace Computed Tomography training (or willing to obtain)

Additional Requirements:

• Certification and registration under CAMRT prior to the commencement of employment.
  Certificate in CT Imaging (CTIC) through CAMRT or willing to obtain within three years of hire.
• IV certification

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax[phone]
[e-mail]

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