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OPSEU


OPSEU

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST
NUCLEAR MEDICINE
REGULAR PART TIME
DAYS/EVENINGS/WEEKENDS/ON-CALL; 8 HOUR SHIFTS (subject to change)
LAKERIDGE HEALTH OSHAWA and LAKERIDGE HEALTH AJAX PICKERING
SALARY RANGE: $35.77 - $48.78 per hour

OPSEU-2300002378



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Nuclear Medicine Manager and Charge Technologist, the Registered Technologist performs general Nuclear Medicine procedures and assists the Nuclear Medicine physician with specialized procedures according to the standards of practice. The Technologist is also responsible for maintaining patient safety and comfort; directing and planning for daily patient flow in the department; assisting in the clerical function of the department; participating in student training; and maintaining competence as required by the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario. Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario in good standing;
* Baccalaureate in Nuclear Medicine;
* In addition to the Nuclear Medicine skill taught in recognized/approved training programs, the job requires the use of the office equipment, computers, nurse call system, electronic image management system, ceiling lifts, scanners and fax machines;
* Must be able to perform all required imaging procedures and therapy procedures;
* Proven good organizational, prioritization and time-management skills;
* Proven excellent communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills;
* Physically capable of performing all aspects of the technologist's duties including 12 Lead ECG, peripheral IV, sentinel lymph node and PICC line injections;
* Must be able to use all types of imaging equipment and ancillary equipment to include GE and Phillips imaging systems, preferred;
* Must be able to assess requests for imaging procedures and prioritize them to ensure prompt patient care for the department while being able to work productively with many interruptions,
* Able to adapt to standard work procedures to emergency situations;
* Proficient with computer system for input and retrieval of information;
* Able to milk radioactive generators, prepare radiopharmaceuticals from commercial kits, perform quality control and to inject intravenously;
* Must be able to perform quality control on all equipment;
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, radiation safety, environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area;
* Five years' experience in a community hospital setting, preferred;
* SPECT/CT Imaging, Positron Emission Imaging and MCD imaging experience, preferred;
* Current BLS training;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; and
* Proven good attendance record with capabilities of maintaining this same standard.







CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.