Radiological Technologist

Job Summary

Come work as a Radiological Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Relocation Assistance may be available. Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Radiological Technologist to join the General Radiology team at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Radiological Technologist you will:

• Perform diagnostic radiographic/fluoroscopic and medical imaging procedures/techniques and related duties, observing safe radiation protection practices.
• Perform duties including:
  • receiving and completing requisitions,
  • entering relevant data into the Radiology Information System (RIS),
  • preparing patients for examination,
  • operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment including processing radiographs and archiving of acquired data,
  • monitoring patient during procedures,
  • monitoring equipment performance,
  • maintaining cleanliness of examination rooms.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Certification with the CAMRT.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic radiographic and medical imaging equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform radiographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality.
• Demonstrated knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems, i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.

• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

An earlier start date may be arranged if operationally required. The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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