MI MRI Technologist - (216058)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority is seeking an MRI Technologist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves performing specialized MRI procedures and ensuring patient safety and care quality. Qualified candidates will have completed an accredited Magnetic Resonance program and hold relevant certifications, with multiple years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Magnetic Resonance program.
• Certified Technologist in Magnetic Resonance (RTMR).
• Three years of related experience including two years in MRI.

Responsibilities

• Perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging special procedures.
• Monitor patients and operate acquisition equipment.
• Maintain and prepare MRI supplies and documents.

Skills

Image Quality Assessment

Communication

Problem Solving

Public Relations

Technological Adaptability

Education

Graduation from an accredited Magnetic Resonance program

Certification as a Technologist in Magnetic Resonance (RTMR)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PACS

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: Education, Training And Experience

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

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