MI MRI Technologist

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks an MRI Technologist to perform MRIs as a part of a health care team. Candidates should have graduated from an accredited Magnetic Resonance program and have RTMR certification along with three years of relevant experience, including two years in an acute care setting. The role includes client-centered care, equipment preparation, and patient monitoring. Strong skills in communication, teamwork, and technology adaptation are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of recent experience, including two years of MRI experience in an acute setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI procedures as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Prepare and monitor supplies and equipment for MRI.

Skills

Image quality assessment

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Public relations

Teamwork

Technological adaptability

Education

Graduation from accredited Magnetic Resonance program

Certified Technologist in Magnetic Resonance (RTMR)

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under general supervision, and reporting to the MRI supervisor or designate, as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing client-centered care, the MRI Technologist performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) special procedures. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, forms and reports; preparing and monitoring supplies and equipment; patient monitoring; and operating acquisition equipment, including archiving acquired images, and computerized patient data systems.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Magnetic Resonance program and designation as a certified Technologist in Magnetic Resonance (RTMR) with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Three (3) years recent, related experience, including two (2) years MRI experience in an acute setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

CDH and WCG only: CPR Certificate - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of image quality assessment and control and diagnostic equipment procedures, radiation safety and quality control standards and practices.
• Demonstrate proficient skills with the Microsoft suite of applications, including Word and Excel, and medical imaging computerized applications, such as PACS.
• Ability to organize and coordinate workload
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish priorities in collaboration with others
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to foster good public relations
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computer utilizing a variety of specialized software applications and electronic information systems
• Demonstrated willingness to keep current with technological developments in the field
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD739.pdf