POSITION TITLE: REGISTERED TECHNOLOGIST SPECIAL - MRI
DEPARTMENT: MEDICAL IMAGING
LOCATION: OWEN SOUND
UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU - HPD
STATUS: FULL-TIME
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager of Medical Imaging and Cardiology, the Medical Radiation Technologist's (MRT) key responsibilities include: performing MRI examinations on patients using a 1.5T scanner to obtain information which assists with patient diagnosis and treatment. The MRI Technologist provides instruction to patients before and during examinations and assesses relevance of the examination based on patient clinical history. It is the responsibility of the incumbent to maintain competency in the MRI examinations required and performed within the department. Duties are conducted in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario and the Health Professionals Act.
Qualifications / Skills / Abilities:
Required
Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario in MRI
Current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists or eligible for registration
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Diploma
Working knowledge of the Standards of Practice of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario, MRI section, and the Health Professionals Act
Proven knowledge of MRI safety to act as a resource to technologists and other staff
Proven interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with patients and staff
Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, conflict management and organizational skills
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions
Respect and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work independently and co-operatively as part of a team
Positive advocate for professional body of MRI & the Imaging Department
Current CPR certification
Michener IV injection course or equivalent
Ability to work all shifts, including weekends; ability for standby and multi-site coverage when required
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores 'CARE' Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and 'LEAD' Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Preferred
CAMRT Registration
Basic Computer Skills
* Minimum of 1 year technical experience in a Magnetic Resonance Imaging department
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