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? Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations.

Our team of 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.

Position Details

The Medical Imaging transfer of service to Fraser Health is now completed and we are thrilled to have the Medical Imaging Teams as part of Fraser Health again. Are you interested in learning more and joining us during this exciting time?

We currently have an opportunity for a casual Radiological Technologist at Langley Memorial Hospital.

Come work with us!

We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

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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 patient during procedures, monitoring equipment performance and maintaining cleanliness of examination rooms.

Responsibilities

1. Performs all general duty radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures consistent with established standards, procedures, radiation protection practices and protocols.
2. Completes procedures using appropriate equipment, labels permanent records, maintains and updates records in RIS/PACS and checks resultant images for technical quality.
3. Explains procedures and gives instructions to patients/clients.
4. Ensures relevant clinical data is collected for the procedures requested.
5. Prepares contrast agents required for examinations.
6. Monitors patient care and safety.
7. Provides input into quality improvement and risk management procedures.
8. Cleans and tests equipment for status of imaging.
9. Participates in the instruction of employees and/or students.
10. Participates in approved research and special projects.
11. Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs.
12. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

Certification with the CAMRT.

Skills And Abilities

1. Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic radiographic and medical imaging equipment.
2. Demonstrated ability to perform radiographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality.
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and their families.
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
6. 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, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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