Technologist, CT Scan

Women's College Hospital•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$41 - CA$51•Onsite

About The Position

An exciting Casual, Technologist, CT opportunity exists in our Medical Imaging Department. This is a new position. The role involves performing X-Ray and CT imaging procedures and quality assurance, communicating with team members and management, participating in professional development, teaching and educational activities, mentoring, and performing other duties related to the job classification as required. The technologist will maintain current knowledge of and utilize the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) to view, manipulate, and archive digital medical images. They will operate, troubleshoot, and ensure medical imaging and ancillary equipment are performing effectively and efficiently. Maintaining high standards of practice and excellence in patient care is crucial. The role requires understanding Hospital and departmental policies and procedures to provide input for designing imaging policies and procedures that improve technical quality. Adherence to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements, while maintaining patient confidentiality, is expected. Performing cross-functional responsibilities as assigned or requested is also part of the role. As a role model and champion, the technologist will identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care. The responsibilities described are representative and not all-inclusive.

Requirements

Medical Radiation Sciences Diploma/Degree in Radiography/Radiological Technology from a recognized program
Registered with the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) in good standing required
Commit to on-going continuing education
Cross-sectional Anatomy course and ability to be trained in CT specializations (ie. Cardiac, thoracic, body, neuro, musculoskeletal)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification
Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving skills
Effective time management skills; ability to organize work, set priorities and multi-task
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced and stressful environment
Effective computer skills
Ability to work effectively as a team member, as well as the ability to work as an autonomous professional
Good work and attendance record required
Demonstrated WCH vision mission and values
Professional behavior and communication that meets the standards of the professional regulatory college or association, as applicable, and the standards of Women’s College Hospital

Nice To Haves

Post diploma education and/or Certification in Computed Tomography, or recognized equivalent preferred
3-5 years in a hospital setting preferred
Contrast injection course and ability to be trained in contrast injection techniques preferred

Responsibilities

Performs X-Ray and CT imaging procedures and quality assurance as outlined in the protocol/procedure manuals.
Communicates with team members and management.
Participates in professional development, teaching and educational activities, and mentoring.
Performs other duties related to the job classification as required.
Follows all departmental and hospital policies.
Maintains current knowledge of and utilizes the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) to view, manipulate, and archive digital medical images of data in final image formation.
Operates, troubleshoots, and ensures that medical imaging and ancillary equipment are performing in an effective and efficient manner.
Maintains high standards of practice and excellence in patient care.
Understands Hospital and departmental policies and procedures to provide input for designing imaging policies and procedures that will result in improvements in technical quality.
Adheres to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Performs cross-functional responsibilities as assigned, or requested.
Acts as an advocate for safety and demonstrates principles, practices, and processes that will optimize a safe environment for all.