Diagnostic Imaging Technical Aide- CT

Position Summary

Reporting to the Program Manager of Diagnostic Imaging and working closely with Registered Technologists Radiologists and clerical staff the DI Technical Aide will perform tasks that will support the daily patient flow in the Diagnostic Imaging department.

Required

High School Graduate.
Enrolled in or successfully completed a relevant Health Care related post-secondary program.
Initiative organizational and decision-making skills are essential.
Strong computer skills.
Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal courteously and effectively with physicians patients and other members of the healthcare team.
Must be available to work all shifts including evenings weekends and stat holidays.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

Assists with moving patients on and off the table utilizing patient lifting devices while adhering to safe work practices under the supervision of a regulated health professional.
Assists the Technologist with the transportation of patients within the department.
Assist the Technologist in preparing the room for patient procedures and clean rooms post-procedure.
Responsible for ensuring an adequate level of products and supplies to support daily operations.
Reports equipment deficiencies to the Technologist Charge Technologist or Manager.
Demonstrates willingness to provide the highest quality service appropriate to the position based on the concept and philosophy of continuous and quality improvement.
Demonstrates courteous behaviour through polite and respectful communication with all co-workers and patients.
Participates in continuing education in order to increase his/her own professional growth and development.
Maintains a general working knowledge of the provision of Diagnostic Imaging services - policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.

Belleville General Hospital (BGH) sits on the shore of the stunning Bay of Quinte. The City of Belleville features a mix of small-town charm and big-city amenities. It is a growing city with exciting culinary experiences sheltered waterways for boating and ice fishing fun festivals and entertainment beautiful trails and golf courses a popular farmers market unique shops and services as well as popular big box and large-scale retail.

Belleville General Hospital is the largest of Quinte Healths hospitals with two medicine units critical care (ICU) a lively emergency department a wide range of surgical and diagnostic services a busy maternal child unit a childrens treatment centre inpatient and outpatient stroke and rehabilitation care inpatient and outpatient mental health services and the regional Dr. Douglas A. MacIntosh Cancer Clinic. BGH works closely with the other three Quinte Health hospital teams as well as regional and provincial health centres to serve our communities.

Working at Belleville General Hospital provides countless opportunities for growth and experiential learning. The inter-professional environment is supportive friendly and nurturing with an infusion of new staff learning from seasoned knowledgeable colleagues. You feel a real sense of teamwork energy and enthusiasm in the air at BGH and an overwhelming desire to make a difference.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength
Required Occasionally lifting and carrying pushing/pulling

Mobility
Required Occasionally standing and walking on hard surfaces
Required Occasionally walking crouching/squatting
Required Frequently bending/stooping bending twisting/turning reaching

Dexterity
Required Frequently - handling objects gripping/grasping neck elbow shoulder and wrist movement reaching
Required Frequently fine finger movement

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at x2577 or for assistance.