Radiological Technologist Supervisor Computed Tomography MSJ S2A

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.89/Hr. - CAD $56.07/Hr.

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The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. Testing may be required. *A criminal record check may be required

Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Radiological Technologist 4 Supervisor, CT!

Reporting to Site Coordinator, the Radiological Technologist 4 Supervisor, CT works in a team based environment and is responsible for the supervision and coordination of technical and staffing activities of assigned area. The incumbent:

• Oversees the quality of technical work performed, participates in recruitment and performance management and coaches and orientates team members.

• Updates and standardizes policy and procedure manuals, compiles financial and statistical reports and responds to enquiries.

• Facilitates and coordinates research and development projects, participates in the management of computerized information systems. May be responsible for the permanent evening and/or weekend shift.

• Performs technical/special procedures when required.

• Supervises at least one (1) other Radiological Technologist at the P1 and/or P2A and/or S1 level and a total staff of up to and including eight (8) FTE.

What You Bring

Education & Experience:

• Certification with the CAMRT.

• Completion of an advanced specialty program in Computed Tomography.

• Completion of an Intravenous Therapy training course when required by site practice.

• A minimum of four (4) years' recent, related experience including experience in radiology procedures and one (1) years' supervisory and leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.

Skills and 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 current General Radiography and CT Scan theory and practices within a client/family centred model of care.

• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with radiology equipment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/Radiology Information Systems, i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise.

• Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate, coach and mentor staff.

• Demonstrated ability to develop procedure protocols and manuals.

• 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 skill in CT techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.

• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.

• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

What We Offer

• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St.Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.

• A competitive salary: $44.89 to $56.07 CAD per hour, depending on experience.

• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

• Comprehensive benefits: These are unionized roles that include a robust benefits package, a competitive pension plan, and even a 50% discount on transit passes for eligible employees!

Your Day to Day:

• Supervises and coordinates the technical and staffing activities for assigned area by performing duties such as utilizing staff effectively within the allocated budget to meet changing workload demands, setting daily priorities and providing technical guidance/advice. Assists with troubleshooting of equipment, facilitates workplace solutions with other personnel, troubleshoots other work related issues and consults with the management team, medical staff and other technical team members as required to ensure services are performed in an effective, efficient and cost effective manner.

• Evaluates requisitions for urgency and procedure requirements, consults/communicates with radiologist regarding requests concerning special requirements and co-ordinates activities with other clinical departments.

• Oversees the quality of work performed for assigned area by participating in the development of protocols, checking with team members to ensure procedures/examinations are conducted according to established protocols, ensuring the documentation and implementation of corrective action and assisting with resolutions to difficult quality control issues by determining appropriate internal/external action according to established protocols. Participates in departmental quality improvement and risk management activities by identifying, implementing and evaluating procedures/systems changes as required and training new staff in quality improvement and verification procedures.

• Participates in performance management of team members to promote quality work performance. Conducts regular performance evaluations in collaboration with the management team and other designated personnel and provides input regarding technical competence and additional training requirements. Documents performance problems which may lead to discipline for management’s attention and follow-up.

• Participates in recruitment of team members in collaboration with the management team and other designated personnel by identifying vacancies, commencing internal paperwork, participating on interview panels for staff selection and providing recommendations regarding evaluation of candidates to facilitate optimal hiring decisions.

• Coaches team members and determines and implements related training and orientation in conjunction with management team and Clinical Instructor by clarifying requirements, discussing progress and facilitating establishment of individual and team goals. Assesses progress and provides feedback and/or written documentation to ensure adherence to departmental standards. Coordinates the introduction and ongoing development of new skills/procedures. Coordinates orientation program to ensure staff are familiar with organizational policies, procedures and standards of practice. Arranges and presents in-service sessions as required to respond to the learning needs.

• Ensures appropriate staffing coverage within the area in collaboration with Regional Scheduling staff by providing timely information for the preparation of work schedules. Provides guidance and troubleshoots on staffing/scheduling related issues. Facilitates rearrangement of assignments to provide coverage in cases of unplanned staff shortages/absences. Calls in relief staff as appropriate and identifies overtime requirements for approval in accordance with established overtime policies.

• Performs technical work as required by performing duties such as positioning patients, explaining procedures, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed and operating imaging equipment in accordance with established standards and procedures. Monitors patient during procedures and responds to emergent situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures.

• Works with the Regional Practice Lead to establish, update and standardize policy and procedure manuals by reviewing existing materials and procedures, providing input into revisions and new policies, requesting and summarizing input of team members and distributing and ensuring compliance with approved new/revised policies and procedures.

• Oversees and monitors Occupational Health & Safety Regulations including Infection Control, Fire Safety, Disaster Management, WHMIS and Smart Moves by updating department staff on changes to safety procedures, following up on safety recommendations and ensuring that staff are adequately trained and authorized to operate machinery and equipment. Enforces safety techniques to ensure safety precautions are followed at all times and follows up on identified problem areas according to department procedures.

• Oversees area equipment performance by ensuring equipment services are performed. Coordinates with service personnel regarding planned maintenance services and unplanned service calls. Reports malfunctions to appropriate personnel for repair, maintains records of service, meets with trade representatives to provide feedback and obtains information on new updates as well as identifies processes to improve operations.

• Maintains a variety of records and prepares reports as required on various activities by setting up and updating computerized files and spreadsheets using word processing and spreadsheet software, compiling, recording and tabulating data from various sources and summarizing information into report form for budgetary requirements and workload monitoring purposes.

• Ensures inventory of supplies by checking supplies, identifying depleting stock, ordering and authorizing requisitions and maintaining awareness of status and restrictions to ensure departmental needs are met within budgetary restraints.

• Facilitates and coordinates research and development projects for area by promoting staff awareness and involvement in research activities, identifying relevant research opportunities such as issues/practice which require research and incorporating research findings/information into policies, procedures and educational programs and materials.

• Maintains knowledge of developments within area of practice and sets measurable goals and objectives within a team or individual environment, incorporating the organization’s vision, values, goals and corporate plan by reviewing relevant literature/resources/product information to keep abreast of new developments and research. Consults with colleagues, participates in professional development activities to improve care through new practices and develops a plan in collaboration with designated personnel/team for professional development. Reviews progress to ensure that goals are achieved within established time frames.

• Participates in the management of computerized information by ensuring staff and physicians are trained in the use of the various information and digital imaging storage systems. Monitors system performance, identifies problems, maintains procedure manuals and performs quality utilization functions to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of Medical Imaging operations.

• Ensures a safe and healthy workplace for patients/clients and staff through effective orientation, training, promotion and monitoring of safe work practices and enforcement of health and safety requirements. Reports unsafe situations, investigates and takes corrective action(s) and/or notifies appropriate personnel.

• Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence Health Care has grown into a globally recognized leader in research, teaching, and care. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of PHC because we value its long-standing dedication to social justice and compassionate care, its active efforts to advance environmental sustainability and planetary health, and its meaningful engagement in the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.