Radiological Technologist - General Imaging

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Tatamagouche; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiological Technologist to join their team. This permanent full-time position involves providing patient-centered care while operating radiological equipment and performing ECG testing. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary certifications and licensure, along with strong organizational and communication skills. The role requires flexibility for shift work, including evenings and weekends, and may involve travel to other sites. Join a passionate team committed to excellence in health services and make a difference in the lives of patients across the province.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology required.
• Certification and licensure in medical radiation technology are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care while operating radiological equipment.
• Perform diagnostic procedures using ionizing radiation.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Radiological Technology

ECG Testing

Basic Life Support Certification

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Technical Language Comprehension

Bilingual (French Preferred)

Education

Accredited School of Radiological Technology

Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Certification

Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals Licensure

Job description

Radiological Technologist - General Imaging

Req ID: 201168
Location: Northern Zone, Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital
Department: DI General Radiology LFM
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT(100%) x 1
CUPE HealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 29-Apr-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Reporting to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, the Radiological Technologist is responsible for the delivery of patient-centered care while operating radiological/accessory equipment with minimal supervision while exercising independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The Radiological Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic or therapeutic procedures requiring the use of ionizing radiation, applying the ALARA principle, while continuously remaining responsive to and responsible for each patient in their care. The Radiological Technologist is responsible for effective communication in a multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary environment while fostering a culture of safety in the workplace. The Radiological Technologist will also be responsible for performing ECG Testing.

Travel to other sites may be required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology
• Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification
• Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals (NSCMIRTP) licensure
• Previous experience in Radiography and ECG testing is an asset
• Basic Life Support Certification
• Ability to use time effectively by organizing and prioritizing duties while working independently and under minimal supervision
• Possess the physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position
• Demonstrates initiative, organizational and prioritizing skills; and the ability to work collaboratively within inter-professional teams
• Comprehension of the technical language to be able to review and use manuals and take part in relevant discussions
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Shift work, including evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts will be required. Call back and standby may be required.
• Schedule will be coordinated with the Urgent Treatment Center, which operates 7 days per week.

Compensation and Benefits

$33.20 - $41.44 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.