Work Location

VGH 12th & Oak

Department: Medical Imaging Computed Tomography
Home Worksite: 68 - Lower Mainland Medical Imaging
Labour Agreement: Health Science Professionals
Union: 400 - HS Professional HSA
Position Type: Baseline
Job Status: Regular Full-Time
FTE: 1.00
Standard Hours / Week: 37.50
Job Category: Medical Imaging
Salary Grade: P2A
Min Hourly: CAD $38.08/Hr.
Max Hourly: CAD $47.55/Hr.
Shift Times: 0630/0700/0730/0800/0900/1000/1200/1300/1400/1500/1600/2300 or as operationally required.
Days Off: Various
Position Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $38.08/Hr. - CAD $47.55/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Radiological Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Radiological Technologist to join the Computed Tomography team at Vancouver General Hospital. Apply today to join our team!

As a Radiological Technologist with VCH you will:

• Perform special procedure examinations in CT in accordance with departmental policy and procedures, observes safe radiation protection practices.

• Perform duties such as:

  • receive and complete requisitions,
  • enter relevant data into the radiology information system,
  • prepare examination trays and patients for specific procedures,
  • operate computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data and monitors the patient during the procedures and equipment performance.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Certification with the CAMRT.
• Completion of an advanced specialty program in Computed Tomography and one (1) year recent, related experience including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Completion of an Intravenous Therapy training course when required by site practice.
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations.
• 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 current General Radiography and CT theory and practices within a client/family centred model of care.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with radiology 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 develop procedure protocols and manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated skill in CT techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.
• 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

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 and vaccine record requirements apply.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

• 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

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

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

Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub...