Radiological Technologist CT General Procedures

The salary range for this position is CAD $38.07/Hr. - CAD $47.52/Hr.

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We acknowledge that Providence Health Care & the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

 

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Radiological Technologist 3, Computerized Tomography (CT)/General Procedures (GP) performs special procedure examinations in CT and radiographic procedures in accordance with departmental policy and procedures, observing safe radiation protection practices. Your duties will include:

• Receiving and completing requisitions
• Entering relevant data into the radiology information system
• Preparing examination trays and patients for specific procedures
• Operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures, and monitoring equipment performance.
• May be responsible for the evening, night and weekend shift and may supervise at least one (1) other Radiological Technologist or a total staff of more than two (2) up to and including four (4) FTE.

Education & Experience:

• Certification with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).
• Completion of an advanced specialty program in Computed Tomography
• One (1) year recent, related experience including supervisory experience and experience in radiology procedures
• Completion of an Intravenous Therapy training course when required by site practice.
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.

 

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners
• Knowledgeable in evidence based practice related to designated modality
• Demonstrated knowledge of current General Radiography and CT theory and practices within a client/family centered model of care
• Familiarity with organization policies, procedures, and standards of care, including safe work practices with modality equipment.
• Proficient in PACS/Radiology Information Systems, encompassing digital imaging, image archiving, and retrieval.
• Proficient in CPR techniques.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including the effective use of a computerized client care information system.
• Demonstrated skill in CT techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.

Your Day to Day:

• Performs special procedure examinations in CT in accordance with established procedures. Works with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Performs requested examinations observing departmental standards, routines, and radiation protection practices during procedures by operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment.
• Ensures relevant clinical data is collected for the procedures requested by providing documentation of individualized patient care and recording history and clinical information. Maintains and updates records in the database accordingly.
• Prepares contrast agents required for examinations by methods such as filling syringes and mixing barium solutions as required. Prepares tray set-up for procedures, disposes items after the procedure according to hospital policy, and cleans instruments for return to Medical Device Reprocessing Department.
• Monitors patient care and safety by ensuring procedures adhere to department standards and policies.
• Provides input into quality improvement and risk management procedures and processes.
• Facilitates the workflow of designated work area by methods such as checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time, arranging departmental and/or facility porters.
• May oversee the daily operations and activities of Medical Imaging personnel by supervising departmental staff, preparing, planning and establishing work and vacation schedules and priorities to ensure efficient and effective use of department staff and completing payroll records and organizing in-service education programs; prepares patient booking schedules; completes employee appraisal forms and reviews performance with staff; orients new staff.
• Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with supervisors and other healthcare professionals.
• Performs quality control duties such as scheduling and performing equipment tests in accordance with recommended manufacturers' guidelines, recording results as well as identifying malfunctioning equipment for repair.
• Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement program by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols.

 

Why Join Us?

State-of-the-art facilities: The new St.Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.

A competitive salary: $38.07 - $47.52 CAD

Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

 

Join Us and Transform Your Career in Healthcare!

Advance your career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Become a part of our journey as we approach the grand opening of our new hospital, where you will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare.