116789 - Screening Mammo Tech

Work Location
Lions Gate Hospital - NS
Department
Medical Imaging Mammography Screening
Home Worksite
68 - Lower Mainland Medical Imaging
Additional Sites
BC Cancer Breast Screening North Vancouver /LGH Diagnostic Mammography
Labour Agreement
Health Science Professionals
Union
400 - HS Professional HSA
Position Type
Casual
Job Status
Casual
FTE
0.00
Standard Hours / Week
0.01
Job Category
Medical Imaging
Salary Grade
7
Min Hourly
CAD $36.69/Hr.
Max Hourly
CAD $45.81/Hr.
Shift Times
07:00-15:00/08:00-16:00/09:00-17:00/11:30-19:30
Days Off
Various
Position Start Date
As soon as possible

Come work as a Screening Mammography Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Screening Mammography Technologist to join the team at Lions Gate Hospital, BC Cancer Breast Screening/LGH Diagnostic Mammography in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Screening Mammography Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Performs routine screening mammography procedures, observing safe radiation protection procedures.
• Perform duties such as:
  • receiving and completing requisitions;
  • entering relevant data into the Radiology Information System (RIS);
  • preparing examination trays and patients for specific procedures;
  • operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data;
  • monitoring patient during procedures; and
  • monitoring equipment performance and maintaining cleanliness of examination rooms.
• Perform general radiology exams as required.

Education & Experience

• Current Certification with the CAMRT.
• Successful completion of CAMRT Mammography 1 or equivalent.
• One (1) year's recent, related experience in Mammography procedures.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality.
• Demonstrated knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems, i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.