Job Description
Medical Radiological Technologist - X-Ray - Whitehorse General Hospital
Requisition Number: MEDIC001254
- Posted : March 12, 2024
- Full-Time
Locations
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5 Hospital Road
Whitehorse, YT Y1A3H7, CAN
Description
Regular Full-Time – 1.0 FTE
This position is at the L08 level with an hourly pay range of $ 37.25 to $47.14
(PSAC Bargaining Unit)
Reporting to the Manager of Medical Imaging, at Whitehorse General Hospital, the incumbent provides clinical and technical support to Physicians, with remote support of a Radiologist, by performing routine, emergency and specialized radiology examinations of patients including fluoroscopy examinations (under the guidance of the Radiologist/Physician). Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots stationary and mobile imaging equipment; produces and transmits digital images to Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) for Radiologist/Physician interpretation. Provides emergency callback services, supports the on-going quality assurance program and preventative maintenance testing of equipment, administrative/clerical and other related duties.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Knowledge of and proficiency in Radiological techniques and procedures;
- Knowledge of CT;
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology;
- Knowledge of radiation physics;
- Knowledge of digital imaging equipment (operates, troubleshoot and adjusts as required);
- Knowledge of Radiation, Health and Safety Regulations (safety code 35);
- Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control practices;
- Ability to recognize and respond to a change in patient condition;
- Ability to be innovative (adjusts equipment and/or patient and modifies procedures);
- Ability to deal with situations in a professional manner;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with colleagues, peers, patients and families;
- Ability to organize, prioritize, adapt to workload schedule variances and resolve work related problems;
- Ability to keep current with technology changes and aid in implementation of accepted change;
- Ability to train and orientate other health care professionals;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Thoroughness and attention to detail;
- Reliability, self-motivation and ability to work independently with limited supervision;
The successful applicant will have completed an approved program in Medical Radiation (X-ray) Technology, have current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT ) with Radiological Technologist designation (MRT(R)), current certification in CPR and experience operating and maintaining imaging related equipment. Knowledge of the following would be considered an asset for this position; computerized Hospital and Radiology Information systems, Computed and Digital Radiography systems (CR & DR), Picture Archiving Communication Systems (PACS), and Computed Tomography. A Bachelor of Radiation Science or Bachelor of Technology degree in Medical Imaging would also be considered an asset.
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