Medical Radiation Technologist
Company
University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry
Under general supervision, provides radiologic imaging services for undergraduate and graduate students, outside referrals, and faculty as part of patient care and for research purposes. Performs various related duties in oral and maxillofacial radiology that may include image acquisition and acquisition-related services, and image quality control to comply with the Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics and best practice guidelines of the CMRTO. Follows through with proper protocols for infection control in all aspects of clinical imaging. Provides administrative services as directed for patients, both in person and on the telephone. Accesses and enters data on the Clinic Management system in order to retrieve patient information, enter fees and book appointments. Assists in special assignments and other duties in the Faculty that are related to imaging.
Location
124 Edward Street, Toronto, ON
Duties
(65%) Provides intra-oral, extra-oral and cone beam CT imaging services for undergraduate, graduate and other Faculty patients, and for research purposes as a medical radiation technologist. Must evaluate the diagnostic quality of the image and take corrective measures as required. Practice within the Standards of Practice of the authorized regulatory body and follow the best practices of the profession. Has responsibility for patient safety and comfort during any procedure.
(20%) Shares with colleagues in the Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology clinic quality assurance of all units to comply with the with the Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics and best practice guidelines of the CMRTO , including updating of all daily log entries. Reviews proposed orders with the clinic team leader, if necessary. Follows through with proper infection control in all aspects of clinical work and shares responsibility for the sterilization of equipment and replenishing all supplies and consumables to clinic area.
(10%) Checks critically all images taken by self for quality control. Enters data into computerized patient record management systems (Axium) in order to retrieve patient information, book appointments, check on whereabouts of charts and fee payments. Provides administrative office assistance as directed for patients, both in person and on the telephone (i.e. booking, confirming, etc.)
(5%) Other Faculty business related duties.
Requirements
Education:
Graduation from an accredited three (3)-year medical radiation technology program or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current registration and license with the CMRTO (College of Medical Radiation Technologist of Ontario). Must also have current CPR.
Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a medical imaging department preferred. Experience with intra-oral and extra-oral imaging in dentistry is an asset.
Skills:
Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, Word, and Axium. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, and effective problem solving skills. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Other:
Proven ability to produce high quality images for diagnostic purposes. Ability to work independently, in close association with others and to collaborate as part of a team. Must be patient, compassionate, detail oriented and show sound judgment and initiative.
Start Date
2015-09-01
Hours
14 hours per week (2 days per week)
Comments
Casual position required for September 2015, please email resume.
Please email all resumes to: Alison.Mahoney@dentistry.utoronto.ca
We thank all applicants, however, only those qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Contact
Name
Jenna Bartlett, Human Resources, Faculty of Dentistry
Display Name
Jenna Bartlett
Title
HR Generalist
Telephone
416-949-4900 x4645
jenna.bartlett@dentistry.utoronto.ca
Website
University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry
Display Date
2015-07-23
Expiry Date
2015-08-12
