Nuclear Medicine Technologist II

Your Opportunity:

Reporting to the Quality Assurance manager for the provincial Diagnostic Imaging Quality, Safety and Education portfolio, this position is responsible for providing leadership and guidance for nuclear medicine (NM)/ positron emission tomography (PET) imaging to advance and standardize at a provincial level. This is a provincial position and the successful applicant may be located anywhere in the province. As the provincial NM/PET Practice Lead, this position requires application of in-depth knowledge and expertise to act as a resource for diagnostic imaging management, staff radiologists and students to identify innovative solutions and provide advice and direction for solving problems related to NM/PET imaging. This position is responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge with AHS preferred NM/PET equipment to provide staff training and education, establish best practice and provincial standards, and assist with developing protocols for departments provincially. This position is also responsible for planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of educational activities and improvement opportunities identified by the DI Quality Assurance program in relation to NM/PET imaging. This position is a liaison and a clinical lead for technologists, radiologists, administration and healthcare providers for NM/PET imaging. Please note, there are no staff supervision duties or directing of site technical and daily work activities in this position.

Description:

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) II, you will be responsible for performing the duties of clinical coordination, monitoring care, evaluation and staff supervision or is the radiation and laser safety officer. As a NMT II, you will be the senior technologist responsible for leading, organizing and directing all technical and daily work activities. You will ensure that the service provided is effective, efficient and of the highest standard. You will also participate in ensuring consistent workload distribution and productivity standards and procedures are followed.

Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Nuclear Medicine Tech II Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging - Quality Assurance Program Primary Location: Northwest Centre 1 Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 31-OCT-2024 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 16-DEC-2024 Temporary End Date: 14-DEC-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $40.96 Maximum Salary: $52.83 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of diploma from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT) program. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Member in good standing and current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Minimum of five years’ experience as a technologist in Nuclear Medicine and PET. Prior experience facilitating, instructing, developing learning, precepting and/or teaching. Practical experience with Diagnostic Imaging quality initiatives. Work effectively both independently and within a team environment. Experience collaborating and working effectively with technical, medical and administrative personnel, and fostering relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Coaching and mentoring skills to foster an environment of collaboration and effective teamwork. Strong, adaptive communication skills utilizing a variety of modalities (verbal, written, active listening). Proficient computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office Suite [MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint]). Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize workload, and balance competing demands. Evidence of thoroughness, concern for accuracy, and attention to detail in performing tasks. Compassionate and caring attitude, and focused patient and family-centered care. Travel will be required, must possess valid driver’s license to conduct business at any AHS site.

Preferred Qualifications:

Computed Tomography Imaging Certificate (CTIC) with CAMRT preferred. Process improvement courses and/or certification. Training/courses in leadership, conflict resolution, change management and communication. Equivalences of education and experience will be considered.