Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.97 - $56.09 / hour

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.97 - $56.09 / hour

Job Summary

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? We are hiring for a Breast Imaging Technologist.

Education, Training And Experience

- Certification with the CAMRT. Successful completion of CAMRT/BCIT Certificate in Breast Imaging or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Sonography Canada Certified.

The Medical Imaging transfer of service to Fraser Health is now completed and we are thrilled to have the Medical Imaging Teams as part of Fraser Health again. Are you interested in learning more and joining us during this exciting time? We are committed to staff wellness and planetary health and have active working groups to support these initiatives. In addition, we value career advancement and offer professional development and education opportunities.

Advantages

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:

- Four weeks of vacation to start.
- Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits.
- Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.
- 87% maternity top-up.
- 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.

Come work with us

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.

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor and Site Coordinator, the Breast Imaging Technologist (General Procedures & Cardiac Sonography), 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 Breast Imaging Technologist 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 (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. Participates on committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.

Responsibilities

- Receives and prepares patients by obtaining and completing requisitions, reviewing patient’s case history and correlating clinical history with examination to be performed. Assesses the nature of the issue to determine a process for testing,



enters patient information into the diagnostic imaging information system and imaging processing systems as required, explains procedures to patients and answers any questions that may arise.
- Prepares patients for diagnostic mammography examinations by explaining procedures and giving directions for participation. Produces and develops mammograms according to program standards. Refers problems regarding quality of images, work procedures or workflow to Site Coordinator.
- Performs breast ultrasound procedures by methods such as positioning patients, placing probe on designated areas, utilizing ultrasound techniques in accordance with established procedures to obtain images, labeling permanent records and archiving of acquired data; refers problems regarding quality of images, work procedures or workflow to Site Coordinator.
- Assists in procedural rooms by setting up biopsy trays following basic aseptic technique, assisting the radiologist during the interventional procedures, and providing support and comfort to the patient during the procedure.
- Checks resultant images for technical quality and completeness, prepares technical worksheet and discusses images with the radiologist to ensure examinations address designated requirements.
- Facilitates the workflow of designated work areas by checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time and arranging for transportation of patients according to departmental procedure; transports patients as required.
- Promotes education in the area of breast cancer and risk factors, to increase participant adherence to screening mammography and breast self-examination guidelines.

📌 Breast Imaging Technologist (Chilliwack)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 Chilliwack