Purpose
The Medical Radiation Technologist is responsible for the efficient and effective completion of ordered DI examinations and the day to day operation of the area to which they are assigned within the Diagnostic Imaging Department. Technologists are responsible for the safe dispensing of controlled energy sources as defined by the Regulated Health Professional Act including ionizing radiation.
Duties:
- Exam and equipment preparation
- Ensure an orderly work area
- Prepare patients
- Prepare contrast
- Arrange equipment needed
- Prioritize waiting exams.
- Perform DI Exams( Including but not limited to Fluoroscopic, CT, Mammography, Interventional procedures).
- Confirm patient and exam identification (Double Identify)
- Obtain consent and verify pregnancy potential
- Assist Radiologist as needed
- Position the patient as required for examination or treatment
- Perform procedures involving the application or administration of ionizing radiation only when the conditions under the applicable legislation (including, without limitation, the Healing Arts Radiation Protection Act and its regulations
- Perform only those controlled acts that have been authorized, or exempted or accepted under the legislation, or delegated in accordance with the legislation and the Comprehensive Guidelines.
- Use radiation protection devices and other patient protection devices as required.
- Instruct the patient on breathing and movement procedures.
- Ensure that the orientation of the body and other pertinent parameters are marked correctly on the image.
- Documentation and Assessment
- Ensure the exposure provides optimum image quality while using minimal radiation.
- Ensure examination results provide all the information requested in the order.
- Carry out the procedures ordered.
- Assess the patient’s condition during the course of treatment or procedures and respond accordingly.
- Determine if the image is of sufficient diagnostic quality or if additional or repeat images are necessary.
- View and complete exams and paperwork in PACS and Meditech at exam completion.
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Miscellaneous Duties
- Ordering of Departmental Supplies and requisitioning maintenance service in emergencies or on weekends.
- Trouble shoot to resolve technical equipment problems and determine the need to call service.
- Perform ECG Testing.
- Transfer exams to TraceMasterVue ECG Management system.
- Promote professionalism within the Department with particular emphasis in confidentiality, personal appearance and teamwork.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Graduate from an Accredited school of Medical Radiation Technology
- Registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (C.M.R.I.T.O)
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of:
- PACS
- MEDITECH HIS/RIS
- Digital and Conventional Fixed Radiographic Units
- Fixed Fluoroscopic C-Arm Units
- Mobile Radiographic and Fluoroscopic units
- Mammographic units
- Computed Radiography Systems
- Computed Tomography units (CT)
Skills:
- Customer service, interpersonal and telephone skills.
- Computer literacy in a Microsoft environment.
Ability:
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team member in a fast paced environment in stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain successful working relationships with the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Ability to organize time effectively to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to meet and interact with people in a pleasant, professional, responsible and reassuring manner.
- Behaviour consistent with Hospital Mission, Values and Standards of Performance.
- Ability to read, write and communicate to perform the duties of the position.
Note: Because of the changing nature of the work and work to be done, other responsibilities and duties may be assigned and qualifications may be adjusted from time to time. This position will involve training and assignments in CT. Only applicants moving onto the testing/interview stages will be contacted.
All new employees shall be fully vaccinated against COVID 19-prior to their start date.
For clarity, fully vaccinated means that 14 days have elapsed after completion of your vaccine series (i.e. full two doses). The Hospital’s Occupational Health team will require evidence of full vaccination prior to an employee’s start date. If not fully vaccinated, the Hospital’s Occupational Health team can assist successful applicants with setting up the necessary appointments to become fully vaccinated, but any start date may be delayed to the date on which a successful applicant becomes fully vaccinated. The hospital’s requirement that successful applicants be fully vaccinated is subject to any accommodation obligations it may have under the Human Rights Code. Employees shall also be required to obtain boosters or other vaccinations related to COVID-19, as deemed necessary by the Hospital, and any failure to do so will be considered wilful misconduct and/or disobedience and will result in the termination of the Employee’s employment without notice or pay in lieu thereof.
Sault Area Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace.
We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.
This position is covered by a collective agreement. Applications from outside the bargaining unit are welcome, but can only be considered if the position is not filled from within the bargaining unit.