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Job Summary

Fraser Health Authority is seeking an MRI Technologist to join our team at Langley Memorial Hospital. As an MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for performing MRI examinations in accordance with departmental policy and procedures. This is a relief part-time position, and you will be working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

1. Perform MRI examinations in accordance with established procedures, including completing requisitions and related paperwork, positioning patients, and explaining clinical procedures.
2. Monitor patients during procedures and respond to any emergent situations.
3. Conduct image studies using MRI equipment and departmental information systems.
4. Facilitate the workflow of the designated work area, including checking information on requisitions and regulating inpatient examination time.
5. Perform quality control duties, including scheduling and performing equipment tests, and recording results.
6. Participate in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs.
7. Maintain designated work areas, including checking and cleaning equipment, and setting up examination trays for specific procedures.
8. Demonstrate procedures and usage of equipment to staff, including medical residents, technologists, and students.
9. Participate in maintaining patient and hospital records, including entering data into the radiology and hospital information systems.
10. Respond to inquiries from other clinical areas regarding patient examinations and schedules.
11. Determine workload measurements and compile workload statistical reports.
12. Ensure that the department meets Health and Safety rules, regulations, and practices.
13. Participate in approved research and special projects.
14. Maintain equipment by monitoring its operation and making arrangements for maintenance and repairs.
15. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

Certification with CAMRT (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is required. Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course when required by site practice and one (1) year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level is also required.

• Demonstrated knowledge of standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations.
• 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 current MRI theory and practices within a client/family centered model of care.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with medical imaging 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 develop procedure protocols and manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated skill in MRI techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health Authority

Fraser Health Authority is a leading healthcare provider in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and improving the health of our communities. Our team of healthcare professionals is dedicated to providing compassionate and respectful care to our patients and their families.

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