General Duty Radiology Technologist - MRT (St Boniface site)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Winnipeg, MB

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the SENIOR/CHARGE TECHNOLOGIST, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of Shared Health, the General Duty Radiology Technologist – MRT performs assigned Diagnostic duties in accordance with their scope of training and experience. The General Duty Radiology Technologist – MRT assists radiologists in the performance of radiologic procedures, assists with training and orientation of technologists, participates in instructing students, provides direct patient care, and performs administrative and operational support functions required as part of the multi-disciplinary team approach of service delivery. MRT’s perform Bone Mineral Density imaging as well as other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Imaging Technology.
Successful completion of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists certification exam (CAMRT).
Must be a member of CAMRT-MB and CAMRT in good standing.
Must have the ability to start and establish IVs or commit to successfully completing the departmental Intravenous Certification Program within 3 months from the date of hire (site specific).
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Physical health to meet the requirements of the position and be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with clients.
Must be able to safely transfer large and/or heavy clients who may have limited or no weight bearing capabilities.
Must be able to lift and position clients, some of whom are in a state of unconsciousness.
Must be able to push/pull portable equipment in a safe manner.
Must be able to work with provincial safety and health officer or other employees in the continuous development of safe work practices/place.

Nice To Haves

Patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs assigned Diagnostic duties in accordance with their scope of training and experience.
Assists radiologist in performance of radiologic procedures.
Assists with training and orientation of technologist.
Participates in instructing students.
Provides direct patient care.
Performs administrative and operational support functions required as part of the multi-disciplinary team approach of service delivery.
Performs Bone Mineral Density imaging.
Performs other duties as assigned.