Medical Radiation Technologist - Cardiac Cath Labs

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:           January 22, 2025

Deadline:      February 5, 2025

This position is covered by a collective agreement. 

Department Name

Cardiac Care - Cardiac Catheterization Lab- UH

Reporting to the Coordinator of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, the Registered Medical Radiation Technologist is responsible for performing radiological procedures including, under the supervision of the Cardiologist, applying prescribed ionizing radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac disease.  The successful candidate will be a team player interested in providing an exceptional patient experience within the cardiac catheterization lab. The MRT will be able to ensure that protection measures are appropriately utilized in order to minimize hazards to both staff and patients. This position includes on call nights and weekends.

Regular Part-Time 

Rate of Pay:       $36.84 per hour - $50.24 per hour

Hours of Work:   Up to 45 hours bi-weekly; rotating start times; on-call required

Qualifications

• Currently registered with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)

   

• Certification with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists preferred

   

• Minimum six (6) months previous Radiology experience

   

• Previous experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory preferred

   

• Knowledge and skill in radiography procedures and computer systems 

   

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with patients, and staff

   

• Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written)

   

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands that require attention to detail in a high volume department

   

• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team

   

• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care

   

• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC

   

• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values

   

• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

   

Teaching, Learning and Research 

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 1400 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

Immunization Requirements 

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to: 

Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis; 

Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) 

For more information visit  https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca .

Work Permit

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.