Job Category: Allied Health

Hospital Location: Newmarket ON

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Number of Positions: 1

Union: OPSEU

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $36.84 - $50.24

About the role:

The Medical Radiation Technologist works as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing their professional expertise to internal/external customers.
What you will be doing:

• Providing patient-focused care and optimum imaging in CT and Radiography to aid in the patient's diagnosis or treatment at Southlake Health and affiliated sites, including, but not limited to Georgina Health Centre.
• Utilizing technical and medical judgment and knowledge to evaluate image quality, manipulate digital data for final image formation and archival; ensures the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation in accordance with the regulations of the Healing Arts Radiation Protection Act (HARP).
• Assessing the patient's condition and maintaining awareness of procedural complications and contrast reactions; recognizing those conditions requiring immediate attention and initiating appropriate response.
• Operates, troubleshoots and ensures that medical imaging equipment and ancillary equipment is performing in an effective and safe manner.
• Assists the Radiologist in procedures as required. Performs cross-functional and other responsibilities as assigned and/or requested.

What you bring:

• Diploma or Degree in Medical Radiation Sciences, Radiography from an accredited educational institution
• CMRITO mandatory, MRT (R)
• OAMRS highly recommended
• Completion of the Intravenous Therapy (IV) - Online Training course and the Central Venous Access Devices - Online Training course through Southlake's On-line Learning System (SOLs), or plans to complete
• Maintains current CPR certification
• Knowledge of radiation, Health and Safety Regulations
• Must be flexible and possess the ability to work effectively and efficiently within a variety of patient care teams: demonstrating exceptional teamwork and inter-professional collaboration skills
• Reliability, self-motivated and ability to work independently with limited supervision: demonstrates individual leadership skills
• Ability to train and orientate other health care professions and students
• Commitment to ongoing education in relevant discipline
• Ability to keep current with changes in technology and aid in implementation of accepted changes
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and previous experience in CT (may include clinical placement)
• Safety awareness, including radiation safety
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated problem assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health.

Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspective each candidate brings to our organization.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health!