Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Providence Health Care; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established health care organization seeks a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist 1 to perform essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. In this role, you'll prepare patients, operate advanced nuclear medicine equipment, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to innovative care. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to providing exceptional health services to the community. If you're passionate about making a difference in health care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Certification with CAMRT and CPR certification required.
• Graduation from a nuclear medicine diploma program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals while ensuring safety standards.

Skills

Knowledge of PACS

Safe work procedures with nuclear medicine equipment

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Regulations

Radioisotope examinations

Research process and methodology

Communication skills

Collaboration

Workload prioritization

CPR techniques

Computer skills

Physical ability for duties

Education

Certification with CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine)

CPR certification - BCLS level

Nuclear medicine technology diploma

One year nuclear medicine experience

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $36.69/Hr. - CAD $45.81/Hr.

Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist 1 performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with departmental policies. Duties include preparing patients for examination, operating nuclear medicine equipment, monitoring patients during procedures, preparing, dispensing, and administering radiopharmaceuticals. Performs routine quality control tests on imaging equipment, monitors the area utilizing appropriate detection devices, and disposes of radioactive substances and contaminated items by following established guidelines.

What You Bring

Education:

• Certification with the CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine).
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.
• Graduation from an approved nuclear medicine technology diploma program.
• One year recent, related nuclear medicine experience.

Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with nuclear medicine equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform radioisotope examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, and other health care staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is CAD $36.69 - CAD $45.81 per hour, depending on experience.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity, and interdependence of all persons.

Your Day to Day:

• Performs a full range of technical work by performing duties such as correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, providing an explanation regarding the test procedure, positioning patients, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and operating Nuclear Medicine cameras, computers, and counting equipment.
• Performs patient care duties before, during, and after the examination.
• Receives, measures, dispenses, records, stores, and disposes of radioactive materials in compliance with license regulations.
• Under aseptic and pyrogen-free conditions, prepares diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals and dispenses patient doses.
• Performs non-imaging in-vivo and in-vitro Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• Under Delegated Medical Act (DMA) approval, administers interventional pharmacologic agents.
• Observes a safe work environment according to radiation safety standards and regulations.
• Maintains current CPR and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification.

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. We are committed to providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional, and innovative care every day.