Radiological Technologist - General Imaging (Signing bonus available)

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Radiological Technologist to deliver patient-centered care and operate radiological equipment. The position requires certification and licensure in medical radiation. Candidates will engage in a multidisciplinary environment and foster patient safety. Competitive compensation between $34.78 and $43.40 hourly, along with eligibility for benefits package.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology.
• Certification from CAMRT required.
• Licensure from NSCMIRTP is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care while operating radiological equipment with minimal supervision.
• Perform diagnostic procedures requiring ionizing radiation.
• Communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

Independent judgment

Basic Life Support Certification

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Technical comprehension

Competencies in French

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiological Technology

CAMRT certification

NSCMIRTP licensure

Job description

Overview

Location: Eastern Zone, Glace Bay Hospital

Department: DI Radiography GB

Type of Employment: Permanent, Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Posting Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with specialized services offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We are on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs. We invite you to join a diverse team of professionals providing high-quality inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, the Radiological Technologist is responsible for delivering patient-centered care while operating radiological/accessory equipment with minimal supervision, exercising independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The Radiological Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic or therapeutic procedures requiring ionizing radiation, applies the ALARA principle, and remains responsive to and responsible for each patient in their care. The Radiological Technologist is responsible for effective communication in a multidisciplinary environment and fosters a culture of safety in the workplace.

About You

Travel to other sites may be required.

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; ability to work collaboratively within inter-professional teams
• Comprehension of the technical language to review and use manuals and participate in relevant discussions
• Competencies in other languages are an asset; French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation And Benefits

$34.78 - $43.40 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.