Full-Time Breast Imaging Technologist
Job Description
Breast Imaging Technologist
JOB SUMMARY:
Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as within a client and family centred care model and the vision and values of the department across the Lower Mainland Integration (LMI) health authorities (Fraser Health Authority, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services Authority, and Vancouver Coastal Health). Performs diagnostic mammography and breast ultrasound exams and interventional breast procedures a majority of the time, ensuring quality patient care. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the radiology information system, 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. Participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
- Current Certification with the CAMRT.
- Successful completion of CAMRT/BCIT Certificate in Breast Imaging or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Current certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Sonography Canada certified.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated working knowledge of mammography protocols, applications and equipment with understanding of the principles of mammography including positioning, pathology as well as related patient care techniques.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of theory and practice for Diagnostic Medical Sonography breast procedures.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to operate realted equipment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality.
- Comprehensive knowledge of organization policies, procedures, and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment.
- Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.
- Broad 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.
Breast Imaging Technologist
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