Radiological Technologist

Radiological Technologist - Royal Columbian Hospital Join to apply for the Radiological Technologist - Royal Columbian Hospital role at Fraser Health Authority. Salary: CAD $36.69 – $45.81 per hour. Job Summary Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? We are hiring a Part‑time Radiological Technologist at Royal Columbian Hospital. Education, Training and Experience Certification with the CAMRT. The Medical Imaging transfer of service to Fraser Health is now completed and we are thrilled to have the Medical Imaging Teams as part of Fraser Health again. Are you interested in learning more and joining us during this exciting time? Benefits Four weeks of vacation to start. Comprehensive 100% employer‑paid benefits. Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan. 87% maternity top‑up. 50% subsidy on TransLink passes. Responsibilities Perform all general duty radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures consistent with established standards, procedures, radiation protection practices and protocols. Perform requested examinations observing departmental standards, routines and radiation protection practices during procedure by operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment. Complete procedures using appropriate equipment, label permanent records, maintain and update records in RIS/PACS and check resultant images for technical quality. Explain procedures and give instructions to patients/clients; answer questions that may arise. Ensure relevant clinical data is collected for the procedures requested by providing documentation of individualized patient care and recording history and clinical information; maintain and update records in database accordingly. Prepare contrast agents required for examinations by methods such as filling syringes and mixing barium solutions as required; prepare tray set‑up for procedures; dispose items after the procedure according to hospital policy and clean instruments for return to Medical Device Reprocessing Department. Monitor patient care and safety by ensuring procedures adhere to department standards and policies. Provide input into quality improvement and risk management procedures and processes. Clean and test equipment for status of imaging, viewing, processing and image recording; perform quality control tests and minor adjustments or arrange for necessary repairs; clean technical area and maintain supplies. Perform a variety of clerical duties including those related to patient demographics, histories and data entry. Participate in the instruction of employees and/or students by assisting with departmental orientations, in‑service presentations, demonstrating procedures and answering questions. Participate in approved research and special projects in collaboration with supervisor and other health‑care professionals. Participate in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements; immediately report unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Certification with the CAMRT. 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 designated modality. Demonstrated knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology. Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems, i.e., digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval. Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, co‑workers, physicians, other health‑care staff and staff of external agencies. Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others. Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques. Demonstrated computer skills, including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community‑based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Recruitment Scam Warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. 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