MRT- X-ray & CT
Company
The Hospital for Sick Children
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.
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Duties
roduce 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.
Requirements
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 and understanding of cross-sectional anatomy
Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work with children.
Proficiency with computers.
A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion
Hours
37.5
Salary
Min-$38.43/hour Max-$51.77/hour. Starting rate commensurate with experience
Contact
Job Posting Link
The Hospital for Sick Childrenwebsite
Display Date
2025-03-06
Expiry Date
2025-03-24