Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre

Fraser Health Authority; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,544 - 63,107; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks of vacation to start

Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits

Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan

87% maternity top-up

50% subsidy on TransLink passes

Job summary

A regional health organization is seeking a Casual Nuclear Medicine Technologist at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre. This role involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing patient care. Candidates must hold CAMRT certification and CPR certification. The position offers competitive hourly wages ranging from CAD $36.69 to $45.81.

Qualifications

• Certification with the CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine).
• CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of technical tasks including patient preparation and operating Nuclear Medicine cameras.
• Provide patient care during examinations and respond to emergent situations.
• Handle radioactive materials in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Working knowledge of PACS and digital imaging systems

Knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with nuclear medicine equipment

Communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Strong planning and workload prioritization abilities

CPR proficiency

Education

Certification with the CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine)

CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level

Job description

Overview

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre

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Salary: CAD $36.69 - $45.81 per hour

Job Summary

We are hiring for a Casual Nuclear Medicine Technologist at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre.

Education, Training and Experience

• Certification with the CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine).
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.

Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre is part of Fraser Health, a 280-bed regional hospital offering a range of services including 24/7 emergency, maternity and neonatal care, surgical specialties, nuclear medicine, and ambulatory care.

Benefits and workplace

• Fraser Health offers competitive benefits, including four weeks of vacation to start.
• Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits.
• Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.
• 87% maternity top-up.
• 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.

Note: Benefits are dependent on employee status and casual roles may not receive certain benefits.

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor, Nuclear Medicine, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with departmental policies and a client and family centred care model. Duties include preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and performing quality control testing. Radiation safety and ALARA principles are applied in all activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of technical tasks: prepare patients, position them, administer radiopharmaceuticals, and operate Nuclear Medicine cameras, computers and counting equipment according to standards.
• Provide patient care before, during and after examinations and respond to emergent situations in accordance with policies; may perform CPR as needed.
• Handle radioactive materials in compliance with license regulations; monitor areas with appropriate detection devices; apply ALARA principles.
• Prepare diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals and dispense doses under sterile conditions; perform quality control and documentation.
• Prepare and administer radioactive therapeutic agents under SOPs; perform necessary quality control and documentation.
• Prepare leukocyte labeling in compliance with regulations; perform quality control and documentation.
• Conduct non-imaging in-vivo/in-vitro Nuclear Medicine procedures and administer labeled products as required.
• Prepare interventional pharmacologic agents as required; follow pharmacy and procedure protocols.
• Adhere to DMA approvals for interventional pharmacologic agents as applicable.
• Complete patient data archiving and ensure correct exams are recorded for billing/workload.
• Perform administrative duties in radiopharmacy information systems and manage supplies; monitor inventory levels.
• Assess and triage patients to adapt workflow and camera suitability as needed.
• Perform routine quality control on all Nuclear Medicine equipment and troubleshoot as needed; report status to supervisor.
• Maintain radiation safety, OH&S, and infection control compliance; document as required.
• Report incidents of overexposure or radioactivity issues to Radiation Safety Officers.
• Maintain CPR and TDG certification; participate in ongoing training (infection control, radiation safety, safety modules).
• Orient, instruct and demonstrate procedures to staff and trainees.
• Participate in approved research and departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

• Certification with the CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine).
• CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.

Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of PACS and digital imaging systems.
• Knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with nuclear medicine equipment.
• Knowledge of Canadian Nuclear Safety Regulations.
• Ability to perform radioisotope examinations in compliance with standards.
• Knowledge of research processes and methodology.
• Communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams; ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong planning and workload prioritization abilities; CPR proficiency.
• Computer proficiency with current applications.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health serves over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, with a focus on planetary health and diversity. We are committed to respectful, caring, and trusting workplaces and inclusive hiring practices.