The salary range for this position is CAD $41.89 - $52.29 / hour We are hiring for a Part Time Radiological Technologist, Interventional Angiography at Surrey Memorial Hospital Education, Training and Experience ~ A minimum of two (2) years’ recent, related experience in interventional radiography or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. We are committed to staff wellness and planetary health and have active working groups to support these initiatives.

Surrey Memorial

Hospital is the largest of three regional hospitals in Fraser Health’s integrated network of care, with 624 acute care beds, and 36 neonatal intensive care (NICU) bassinettes.

Surrey Memorial

Hospital provides primary, secondary, and tertiary services, including 24/7 emergency (including a dedicated pediatrics emergency area), cardiac and critical care, levels one, two and three obstetrics and neonatal intensive care, adolescent and adult inpatient psychiatry, surgical sub-specialties (e.g., plastics, thoracic, vascular, orthopedic), inpatient rehabilitation and ambulatory care.

Surrey Memorial

Hospital is the second largest hospital in the province with the province’s busiest Emergency Department.

Surrey Memorial

Hospital provides specialized care to people from across Fraser Health, not only to residents of Surrey. Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields.

Fraser

Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including but not limited, to: ~ Start earning up to four weeks of vacation in your first year ~ Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan. ~We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust Reporting to the Supervisor and Site Coordinator, the Radiological Technologist, Interventional Angiography, practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as utilizing a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the department within Fraser Health (FH).

The Radiological

Technologist performs interventional/angiography procedures and diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental policy and procedure observing safe radiation protection practices. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the radiology information system, preparing examination trays and patients, following aseptic technique, for specific procedures, assists Radiologist in procedures, operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures and monitoring equipment performance.



Performs interventional and angiography procedures in accordance with established procedures by completing requisitions and related paperwork including laboratory forms and entering patient information into the radiology information system and image processing systems as required, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, positioning patient and explaining clinical procedures, performing venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Radiologist, operating radiographic and computerized imaging equipment including processing images and archiving of acquired data, labelling permanent records and checking technical results to ensure departmental standards are followed. # Assists Radiologist during body and neuroangiography procedures and Interventional cases such as percutaneous nephrolithotripsy and radiofrequency ablations by acting as circulation and scrub support during procedural examinations and treatments. # Monitors patient during procedures by observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergent situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures; may be required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency. # Images studies using radiography equipment and departmental information systems by checking to ensure applicable patient identification listed, collating images with requisitions, and requesting previous studies.

Facilitates the workflow of designated work area by methods such as checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time, arranging departmental and/or facility porters. # Performs quality control duties such as scheduling and performing equipment tests in accordance with recommended manufacturers' guidelines, recording results as well as identifying malfunctioning equipment for repair.

Notifies

Supervisor of all quality control issues for determination of appropriate action. # 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. # Maintains designated work area by checking and cleaning equipment, setting up examination trays, using aseptic technique, for specific procedures, receiving and stocking supplies in designated area, identifying depleted items and notifying Supervisor of purchases as required. # Demonstrates procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, technologists and students.



Participates in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the radiology and hospital information system as required. # develops and maintains statistical data related to items such as department activity levels, attendance, leaves of absence, and performance appraisals; Ensures that the department meets Health and Safety rules, regulations and practices such as Fire, Disaster, WHMIS, Smart Moves and Infection Control 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. # Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with Supervisor and other health care professionals # Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. # Education, Training and Experience A minimum of two (2) years’ recent, related experience in interventional radiography or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice for general radiology, angiography and interventional procedures. 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 the aseptic techniques.

Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with medical imaging equipment. Demonstrated skill in IR techniques and the use of applicable equipment. 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 in Intravenous Therapy. Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.

Knowledge of organization policies, procedures and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment. Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications.

About Fraser Health Fraser

Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.

Fraser

Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally secure manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #

📌 Medical Radiation Technologist (Full-time Permanent) (Vancouver)
🏢 Fraser Health
📍 Vancouver