Medical Radiation Technologist – Radiography – Temp. Part-time, Multi-site, BG Home

Job title: Medical Radiation Technologist – Radiography – Temp. Part-time, Multi-site, BG Home

Company: Quinte Health Care

Job description: Job Number:

J0421-0628

Union:

OPSEU

Salary:

$32.43 – $44.78/Hour

Job Title:

Medical Radiation Technologist – Radiography – Temp. Part-time, Multi-site, BG Home

Job Status:

Temporary Part Time

Department:

NUCLEAR MEDICINE

Site:

Multi-site

Job Category:

Technologist Careers

Number of Positions:

1

Quinte Health Care (QHC) is a progressive and integrated system of four hospitals working with partners to provide exceptional care to their local communities.

Care is provided through four hospitals – Belleville General Hospital, North Hastings Hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, and Trenton Memorial Hospital – and includes four emergency departments, operating rooms at three hospitals, a rehabilitation day hospital, children’s treatment centre, ambulatory care clinics, community mental health programs, and a range of diagnostic services. There are inpatient beds for acute medical patients, intensive care, obstetrics, paediatrics, mental health, complex continuing care, rehabilitation, and surgery.

With fantastic restaurants, a thriving arts and culture scene, and more than 40 wineries, the Quinte region is an excellent place to live. The array of parks, picturesque beaches, golf courses, and waterfront trails, provide plenty of opportunity for outdoor adventure. This dynamic, growing community offers affordable housing in both urban and rural settings and is an easy commute to larger centres such as Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa and Montreal. Visit www.bayofquinte.ca to learn more about the region.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Program Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, and working closely with the Charge Technologist, the Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT), performs all general and special radiography procedures, including Bone Mineral Density, according to the Standards of Practice, and is responsible to ensure quality patient care is provided.

Required

• Member in good standing of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
• Graduate of an accredited program of Medical Imaging – Radiography
• Certificate in Bone Mineral Density
• Registration with OAMRS/CAMRT is preferred, possess valid liability insurance as defined by the CMRITO
• Initiative, organizational, and decision-making skills are essential
• Strong computer skills
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal courteously and effectively with physicians, patients, and other members of the healthcare team
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload
• Must be available to work all shifts including weekends and stat holidays

Duties

• Performs all general and special radiography procedures according to the Standards of Practice
• Performs Quality Assurance procedures as set by department standards
• Responsible to ensure adequate level of products and supplies to support daily operations
• Archives/retrieves data to/from PACS
• Reports equipment deficiencies to the Charge Technologist/Manager
• Instructs students during clinical rotation when required and participates in evaluating student’s progress
• Assists in the orientation and training of new technologists
• Demonstrates willingness to provide the highest quality service appropriate to the position based on the concept and philosophy of continuous and quality improvement
• Demonstrates courteous behavior through polite and respectful communication with all co-workers and patients
• Participates in continuing education in order to increase his/her own professional growth and development
• Maintains a general working knowledge of the provision of Diagnostic Imaging services – policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned from time to time

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

• Required Frequently – lifting and carrying, pushing/pulling

Mobility

• Required Frequently – standing and walking on hard surfaces
• Required Occasionally – crouching/squatting
• Required Frequently -bending/stooping, bending, twisting/turning, reaching

Dexterity

• Required Frequently – handling objects, gripping/grasping, neck, elbow, shoulder and wrist movement, reaching
• Required Frequently – fine finger movement

Equal Opportunity

Quinte Health Care is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 for assistance.

Quinte Health Care is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Location: Ontario

Job date: Sun, 25 Apr 2021 01:46:11 GMT