Radiological Technologist - General Imaging

Job summary

The Radiological Technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using ionizing radiation while ensuring patient-centered care. They are responsible for operating imaging equipment, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Job details

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 227729Location: Central Zone, Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital Department: DI Radiology ESHType of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 14-Oct-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, the Radiological Technologist is responsible for the delivery of patient centered care while operating radiological/accessory equipment with minimal supervision while exercising independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The Radiological Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic or therapeutic procedures requiring the use of ionizing radiation, applying the ALARA principle, while continuously remaining responsive to and responsible for each patient in their care. The Radiological Technologist is responsible for effective communication in a multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary environment while fostering a culture of safety in the workplace. 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 Previous experience is an asset Qualification to work in more than one Diagnostic Imaging modality is an asset Basic Life Support Certification Ability to use time effectively by organizing and prioritizing duties, while working independently and under minimal supervision Possess the physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position Demonstrates initiative, organizational, and prioritizing skills; and the demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively within inter-professional teams Comprehension of the technical language to be able to review and use manuals and take part in relevant discussions 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 Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Approximately 18 months Shift work and call required, evenings, nights, and weekends Compensation and Benefits $34.78 - $44.49 hourly 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. 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, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

What you’ll do

The Radiological Technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using ionizing radiation while ensuring patient-centered care. They are responsible for operating imaging equipment, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School of Radiological Technology and hold CAMRT certification and NSRMIRT licensure. Basic Life Support certification and the ability to work independently in a clinical environment are required.

Benefits

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

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Radiological technology
• Diagnostic imaging
• Ionizing radiation safety
• ALARA principle
• Patient care
• Time management
• Prioritization
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Basic Life Support
• Technical documentation review
• Ingenuity
• Effective Communication
• Shift Work
• Therapeutic Procedures
• Patient-Centered Care
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Innovation
• Radiation Therapy
• Ionizing Radiation
• Radiology

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Radiologic Technologist
• Radiologic Technician / Technologist
• Health Associate Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

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