Radiological Technologist

Salary

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

Job Summary

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? We are hiring for a Full Time Radiological Technologist at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre.

Education, Training And Experience

Certification with the CAMRT.

Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre is a 280-bed regional hospital in Fraser Health’s integrated network of care, providing primary, secondary, and some specialty services, including 24/7 emergency services. We are committed to staff wellness and planetary health, and we value career advancement and offer professional development and education opportunities.

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including but not limited to:

• 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.

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor, Radiological Technology and the Site Coordinator, Medical Imaging, the Radiological Technologist practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as utilizing a client and family-centered care model and the vision and values of the department within Fraser Health (FH).

The Radiological Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic/fluoroscopic and medical imaging procedures/techniques and related duties, observing safe radiation protection practices. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the Radiology Information System (RIS), preparing patients for examination, operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment including processing radiographs and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patients during procedures, monitoring equipment performance, and maintaining cleanliness of examination rooms.

Responsibilities

• Performs all general duty radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures consistent with established standards, procedures, radiation protection practices, and protocols.
• Completes procedures using appropriate equipment, labels permanent records, maintains and updates records in RIS/PACS, and checks resultant images for technical quality.
• Explains procedures and gives instructions to patients/clients.
• Ensures relevant clinical data is collected for the procedures requested.
• Prepares contrast agents required for examinations.
• Monitors patient care and safety by ensuring procedures adhere to department standards and policies.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties including those related to patient demographics, histories, and data entry.
• Participates in the instruction of employees and/or students.
• Participates in approved research and special projects.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience
Certification with the CAMRT.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic radiographic and medical imaging equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform radiographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, and other health care staff.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce.

Together, we are the heart of health care.