Medical Radiation Technologist – Xray & CT

Company

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Location

Toronto

Duties

Welcome to SickKids. We look forward to receiving your application for the role of Medical Radiation Technologist in Xray and CT.

Don’t miss a great opportunity to join our award-wining organization. SickKids has been voted one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the 8th year in a row. We’ve been recognized as a top employer for young people, a top family friendly employer, and a top employer in the GTA. Newsweek Magazine also ranked SickKids as the top paediatric health-care centre in the world for 2022!

We are looking for qualified MRTs to join our team.

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do:

Produce optimal images on the request of a qualified physician in accordance with established guidelines, standards, and procedures.
Assess patient clinical information from the requisition or direct conversation with the ordering physician and determine whether the study ordered is appropriate.
Identify patients accurately by checking name bands or confirming names with outpatients.
Ensures patient confidentiality as per hospital guidelines.
Maintain accurate computer and image records including all required patient and exam information.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge with hospital and departmental emergency procedures, infection control, and universal procedures.
Responsible for patient care and comfort and providing a safe and clean environment. This includes appropriate handling of fractures/injuries in an appropriate manner and special handling of patients with tubes, drainage devices, etc.
Adhere to all Government and Departmental safety policies and procedures, including following the ALARA principle (“As Low as Reasonably Achievable” in terms of radiation exposure).
Participate as a team member to ensure smooth workflow within the department and between patient programs and services.
Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of all equipment and reporting and documenting equipment failures.
Keep up to date with all equipment changes, protocols and policies by reviewing communication books.
Maintain quality control procedures following departmental standards.
Assist in orientation/training of new staff.
Participate actively in teaching student technologists and in providing student performance assessments.
Attend seminars/lectures to maintain professional knowledge and meet the required Quality Assurance requirements as dictated by CMRITO.

Here’s What You’ll Love:

A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you’ll be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Extremely competitive wage rates for MRTs

Requirements

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Successful completion of an accredited program in Medical Radiation Technology (B.Sc. or diploma program).
Registered with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).
Member of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).
Good technical skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
Attention to detail is critical.
Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work with children.
Proficiency with computers.

Employment Type

Permanent full-time, 1.0 FTE
Includes access to extended health & dental benefits, pension plan, paid vacation & sick days

Contact

Address

555 University Avenue

Job Posting Link

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)website

Display Date

2023-08-09

Expiry Date

2023-08-18