Radiological Technologist

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Relocate to the Lower Mainland, BC! Vancouver is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities, offering world-class amenities surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The Lower Mainland’s surrounding communities provide a range of lifestyles — from vibrant, culturally diverse urban centers to welcoming small towns. You’ll find exceptional amenities across the region, including top-quality education, healthcare, transportation, sports, arts, and cultural opportunities. Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be available.

As a Radiological Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:
Work in a computerized environment, produce diagnostic radiographs and conducts various diagnostic procedures, either independently or in collaboration with the Radiologist and/or other physician(s).
Apply best practice radiation safety principles to protect patients, staff and the general public and complete required documentation and administrative tasks.
Monitor the patient during the procedures including equipment performance and maintain cleanliness of examination room.
Maintain and advance own clinical competence by participating on committees/teams and approved research projects, as assigned.
This work is framed within VCH’s commitment to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Planetary Health.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a recognized Medical Radiography program.
• Successful completion of the CAMRT certification exam in Radiological Technology and/or certified with The Order of Technologists in Medical Imaging, Radio-Oncology and Medical Electrophysiology of Quebec (OTIMROEPMQ) in Radiodiagnosis.
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists.
• Broad knowledge of applicable CAMRT standards of practice and clinical practice guidelines.
• Broad knowledge of radiological technology theory and practices within a patient/family centred model of care.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with diagnostic radiographic and medical imaging equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform radiographic examinations in compliance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to the designated modality.
• Demonstrated ability to use clinical practice documents organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic techniques
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality.
• Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PACS, Radiology Information Systems and electronic health records (i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and effectively deal with patients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to establish plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in CPR techniques.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths- based care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safety care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Work in a computerized environment, produce diagnostic radiographs and conducts various diagnostic procedures, either independently or in collaboration with the Radiologist and/or other physician(s).
• Apply best practice radiation safety principles to protect patients, staff and the general public and complete required documentation and administrative tasks.
• Monitor the patient during the procedures including equipment performance and maintain cleanliness of examination room.
• Maintain and advance own clinical competence by participating on committees/teams and approved research projects, as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Career growth opportunities with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Employee wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs celebrating staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree