CT Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Job summary

The CT Technologist is responsible for the efficient operation of CT scanners and performing computed tomography examinations. They must position patients for high-quality imaging while adhering to radiation safety guidelines and sterile techniques.

Job details

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 228735Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital Department: OPEZ DI CT Scan CBRType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Union: UNIFOR Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 12-Nov-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager, the CT Technologist is responsible for the efficient operation of the CT scanners. They will organize and perform computed tomography examinations efficiently and professionally. The CT Technologist positions the patient to obtain high-quality images; operates equipment safely while following radiation protection guidelines, practices sterile techniques when required, and performs clerical duties related to the handling of the customer. Travel to other sites may be required.About You 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 Regulator of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NSRMIRT) licensure CAMRT CT courses or CT Imaging Certificate an asset CT experience preferred IV experience preferred or willing to be trained in intravenous injection and will be required to use a contrast injector A high degree of mental, visual, and manual dexterity is required Works independently and as a healthcare team member to ensure exceptional patient care Effective communication and interpersonal skills Competencies in other languages 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 Call and shift work required, evenings, nights, and weekends Compensation and Benefits $38.74 - $47.50 hourly $49.16 hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer 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.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. 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. 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.

What you’ll do

The CT Technologist is responsible for the efficient operation of CT scanners and performing computed tomography examinations. They must position patients for high-quality imaging while adhering to radiation safety guidelines and sterile techniques.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School of Radiological Technology with CAMRT certification and NSRMIRT licensure. Experience in CT imaging and intravenous injection is preferred, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Defined benefit pension plan

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• CT scanning
• Radiological technology
• Patient positioning
• Radiation protection
• Sterile techniques
• Intravenous injection
• Contrast injector operation
• Clerical duties
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Independent work
• Team collaboration
• Innovation
• French Language
• Interpersonal Communications
• Effective Communication
• Clerical Works
• Disabilities
• Shift Work
• Radiation Therapy
• Radiation Protection
• Sterile Techniques And Procedures
• X-Ray Computed Tomography
• Manual Dexterity

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Diagnostic Imaging Technologist
• CT Technician / Technologist
• Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Equipment Technicians
• Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

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