Radiological Technologist - General Imaging (Signing Bonus Available)

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Baddeck; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to excellence in health and healing. As a Radiological Technologist, you will play a crucial role in delivering patient-centered care while operating advanced radiological equipment. This permanent full-time position requires a commitment to safety and effective communication in a multidisciplinary environment. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team, you will contribute to high-quality inpatient and outpatient services. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess the necessary qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Signing bonus up to $30,000

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Radiological Technology school required.
• CAMRT certification and NSCMIRTP licensure are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient-centered care

Independent judgment

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic Life Support Certification

Competencies in other languages (French preferred)

Education

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

Job description

Req ID: 192098
Location: Eastern Zone, Victoria County Memorial Hospital
Department: DI Radiography VCM
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
UNIFOR Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Recruitment Incentives: Successful candidates may be eligible for up to $30,000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

About the Opportunity

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.

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 is an asset
• Qualification to work in more than one Diagnostic Imaging modality 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 demonstrated 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 and call required, evenings, nights, and weekends

Compensation and Benefits

$32.55 - $39.64 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.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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.