Medical Radiological Technologist - CT- Whitehorse General Hospital
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Category**:** Diagnostic Imaging
Requisition Number**:** MEDIC001115
Posting Details
Posted: January 25, 2024
Full-Time
Locations
Showing 1 location
Whitehorse General Hospital
5 Hospital Road
Whitehorse, YT Y1A3H7, CAN
Sign On Bonus Available!
Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
This position is at the L08 level with an hourly pay range of $41.30 to $52.25
(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 Computed Tomography examinations of patients. Performs venipuncture and contrast media injections. Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots 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; training and evaluating Medical Radiological Technologists in Computed Tomography (CT) procedures, administrative/clerical and other related duties.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Knowledge of and proficiency in CT scanning techniques and protocols
- Knowledge of and proficiency in Venipuncture
- Knowledge of and proficiency in contrast media administration including contraindications, reactions and side effects
- Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy, physiology and pathology
- Knowledge of radiation physics
- Knowledge of digital imaging equipment (operate, troubleshoot and adjust as required)
- Knowledge of Radiation, Health and Safety Regulations
- Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control practices
- Ability to recognize and respond to a change in patient condition
- Ability to be innovative (adjust equipment and/or patient and modify procedures)
- Ability to perform post processing of CT images
- 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-motivated and ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Cross-cultural awareness
The successful applicant will have completed an accredited program in Medical Radiation (CT) Technology, have current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT ) with Radiological Technologist designation (MRT(R)), current certification in CT Imaging (CTIC) and CPR and experience operating and maintaining CT imaging related equipment. The successful applicant will need to obtain certification for Venipuncture for Contrast Media injections within 60 days of hire. 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.
Incentives
- Yukon Bonus
- Relocation Allowance
- Generous Vacation Time
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Pension Plan
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
About Yukon Hospital Corporation
We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.
Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon's primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.
Medical Radiological Technologist - CT- Whitehorse General Hospital
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Category**:** Diagnostic Imaging
Requisition Number**:** MEDIC001115
Posting Details
Posted: January 25, 2024
Full-Time
Locations
Showing 1 location
Whitehorse General Hospital
5 Hospital Road
Whitehorse, YT Y1A3H7, CAN
Sign On Bonus Available!
Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
This position is at the L08 level with an hourly pay range of $41.30 to $52.25
(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 Computed Tomography examinations of patients. Performs venipuncture and contrast media injections. Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots 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; training and evaluating Medical Radiological Technologists in Computed Tomography (CT) procedures, administrative/clerical and other related duties.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Knowledge of and proficiency in CT scanning techniques and protocols
- Knowledge of and proficiency in Venipuncture
- Knowledge of and proficiency in contrast media administration including contraindications, reactions and side effects
- Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy, physiology and pathology
- Knowledge of radiation physics
- Knowledge of digital imaging equipment (operate, troubleshoot and adjust as required)
- Knowledge of Radiation, Health and Safety Regulations
- Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control practices
- Ability to recognize and respond to a change in patient condition
- Ability to be innovative (adjust equipment and/or patient and modify procedures)
- Ability to perform post processing of CT images
- 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-motivated and ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Cross-cultural awareness
The successful applicant will have completed an accredited program in Medical Radiation (CT) Technology, have current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT ) with Radiological Technologist designation (MRT(R)), current certification in CT Imaging (CTIC) and CPR and experience operating and maintaining CT imaging related equipment. The successful applicant will need to obtain certification for Venipuncture for Contrast Media injections within 60 days of hire. 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.
Incentives
- Yukon Bonus
- Relocation Allowance
- Generous Vacation Time
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Pension Plan
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
About Yukon Hospital Corporation
We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.
Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon's primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.