X-Ray Technologist - Casual Part-time

Position Summary:

We are looking for a hard worker with strong customer service and multi-tasking skills. Must have a great desire to provide patients and medical staff with the highest level of customer service, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be detail-oriented. Courtesy, tact and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. We want you if you are a warm, friendly outgoing person who will make our patients feel welcome.

As a member of the Haldimand War Memorial Hospital Medical (HWMH) Diagnostic Imaging team you will practice in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as within a client and family centered care model supporting the Vision, Mission and Values of this organization.

Vacancy Status:

The posting is for one (1) current casual vacancy.

Hours of Work:

Days, Evenings and Weekends. On-call coverage until 08:00 the next morning.

Hourly Wage:

$38.49 - $53.30.

Duties:

Perform duties related to the job classification including:

· Radiographic and contrast enhanced CT procedures using digital equipment to produce excellent quality images

· Carry out procedures in the best interest of optimum client / patient care

· Observe all aspects of personal / patient safety

· Observe safe radiation protection practices.

· Prepare patients for contrast enhanced CT examinations, including IV insertion.

· Perform electrocardiograms and Holter.

· Documenting patient history, ensuring patient identification, setting up and adjusting CT / X-ray equipment.

· Documenting modality and departmental supply needs.

· Booking appointments, receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the diagnostic imaging information systems.

· Participate in professional development, educational activities, on committees/teams and approved projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

· Diploma (Degree) in Medical Radiation Sciences from an accredited institution.

· Must be a registered member in good standing of the CMRITO and CAMRT/OAMRS.

· Completion of a BCLS program, Level II: Basic Rescuer Certification.

· Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the job.

· Proven attendance record and satisfactory work performance.

· Demonstrates ability to work as a team member, with minimal supervision.

· Demonstrates effective time management skills, ability to multi-task and work effectively.

· Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Haldimand War Memorial Hospital’s Code of Conduct.

· Demonstrates HWMH’s Core Values: Compassion, Respect, Inclusion, Collaboration & Integrity.

· Demonstrates understanding of, and compliance with, responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and the organization’s health and safety plans, policies and procedures. Attends Health and Safety and Patient Safety in-services and takes action to address unsafe conditions and procedures, to ensure a healthy a safe work environment.

· Broad knowledge of imaging acquisition applications and digital imaging storage and distribution networks such as the PACS.

· Proven attendance record and satisfactory work performance.

Preferred

· CT experience: preparing patients for contrast enhanced CT examinations, including IV insertion.

· Enhanced Practice Certificate for Intravenous Contrast Injection or equivalent.

Key Activities

· Follow H.A.R.P. regulations and the ALARA principle.

· Maintain a safe environment.

· Effective communication.

· Able to work independently.

At Haldimand War Memorial Hospital, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace that values equity, diversity and belonging. As a community-centered rural hospital, we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. We are committed to providing a barrier-free, inclusive and accessible work environment in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Instructions to Applicants:

Please forward your resume and letter of application to Human Resources at [email protected].