Requisition ID: 383034
Position Number: 20063572
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Shared Health - Health Sciences Centre
Department / Unit: CT Scanner - Techs
Job Stream: Clinical
Union: MAHCP
Anticipated Start Date - End Date: ASAP - Indefinite
Reason for Term: Other Leave

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the general supervision of the Senior/Charge Technologist, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of Shared Health, the CT Technologist - General Duty is responsible for performing and assisting radiologists and other physicians in the performance of a CT; assisting with orientation of registered technologists; participating in the student teaching program; the performance of assigned area functions; and performing other related duties as directed.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one-year Radiology experience required.
• CT experience preferred.

EDUCATION (DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE)

• Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Imaging Technology.
• Successful completion of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists certification exam (CAMRT).
• Successful completion of the CAMRT’s CTIC Course required.
• Must have the ability to start and establish IVs or commit to acquiring this skill through on the job training in conjunction with formal courses (e.g., IV Medication Administration or Vascular Access for Health Care Professionals at Red River Community College).

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated competence in a wide range of CT procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with various levels of personnel, both internally and externally, and within an inter-disciplinary environment which includes students or residents.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must have the ability to adapt readily, and respond with initiative, to a changing environment.
• Demonstrated planning, organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize workload.
• Must be able to function as an independent, self-directed professional.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical analysis skills.
• Must have the ability to use professional judgment to adapt and apply procedures, protocols and professional standards of care to new and changing technology and needs of others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
• Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with clients.
• Must be able to safely transfer large and/or heavy clients who may have limited or no weight bearing capabilities.
• Must be able to lift and position clients, some of whom are in a state of unconsciousness.
• May be exposed to radiation (within acceptable limits).
• May be required to occasionally work extended hours.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/visitors/staff.
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Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process