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Headwaters Health Care Centre. One Community, Caring Together.

We are a dedicated team of professionals focused on providing the best care possible for our patients, families, and caregivers. We work together to care for the whole person from hospital to home.

We are looking for a Senior Technologist (MRI) to work with our Diagnostic Imaging Department to help us continue in our mission to serve our community with Kindness, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

• To provide MRI services in accordance with the standards of practice of the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO). 
• Evaluate images for diagnostic quality. 
• Assist in ongoing Quality Assurance. 
• Development of MRI specific policies and procedures 
• Assist in Quality Control of equipment & computer systems 
• Maintenance of competence of practice as required by provincial and federal legislation 
• Participation as required in program functions and in-service education. 
• Transportation of patient as required. 
• To assist the radiologist as necessary. 
• Enters data into Radiology Information System as required 
• Assumes care for physical & psychological needs of patients during examinations & procedures. 
• Practices aseptic technique as necessary. 
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures. 
• To perform clerical duties as assigned.  
• To give assistance in the orientation of any new staff. 
• Participates in patient safety initiatives and takes action to address unsafe conditions and procedures to ensure a healthy and safe environment.

• 5 years of full-time recent experience in MRI in a hospital environment with experience in MRI of MSK, Neuro, Body, Breast and Breast Biopsies required. Cardiac experience an asset. 
•  Experience in working in other Diagnostic Imaging modalities - preferred 
• Knowledge and understanding of Obligations under the Occupational Health & Safety Act 
• Acceptable performance and attendance records 
• Registered with CMRITO and maintain registry status by obtaining the required continuing education credits yearly 
• Registered with CAMRT preferred.
• Courses/Certification in Leadership required 
• MRSO Certification required 
• Follows MRI safety regulations and guidelines to minimize risk to other members of the staff and patients and ascertains everyone’s safety in the MR environment before entering the magnetic field. 
• Operates, evaluates, and troubleshoots MRI equipment and software issues. 
• Participates in education of students. 
• Able to relate well with patients, physicians and co-workers required 
• Good Computer skills (required), knowledge of Meditech preferred 
• Good organizational skills and communication skills required 
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to assess patient capabilities and limitations and make practice adjustments as necessary required

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