Overview
POSITION TITLE: REGISTERED TECHNOLOGIST
DEPARTMENT: MEDICAL IMAGING
LOCATION: OWEN SOUND/SOUTHAMPTON (DUAL SITE POSITION)
UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU - HPD
STATUS: FULL-TIME
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager of Medical Imaging, the Medical Radiation Technologist’s (MRT) key responsibilities include: performing radiographic examinations, CT examinations (at designated sites), electrocardiograms and Holter Monitor application; monitoring/adjusting equipment to ensure high quality radiographs and ensure a safe working environment on all shifts. The MRT provides instruction to patients before and during examinations and assesses relevance of the examination based on patient clinical history. It is the responsibility of the incumbent to maintain competency in the radiology and CT examinations required and performed within the department. Duties are conducted in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario and the Health Professionals Act.
Qualifications / Skills / Abilities
- 3 year community college or undergraduate degree
- Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario in Radiography or eligible for registration
- Current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologist (or eligible for registration)
- Working knowledge of the Standards of Practice of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario and the Health Professionals Act
- Current CT experience
- Current technical experience with Digital Radiography and Computed Radiography equipment used to acquire high quality image including Operating Room Experience where required
- Current PACS experience
- IV Certification course
- Advanced Computer Skills
- Proven interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with patients and staff
- Demonstrated ability in the following competencies: initiative/self-management, problem solving and accountability
- Able to identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Able to work independently and co-operatively as part of a team
- Positive advocate for professional body of Radiology and the Imaging Department
- Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and call, and ability for multi-site coverage when required
- Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
- Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
- Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
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