Diagnostic Imaging Information System (DIIS) Technologist - IM/IT, Medical Imaging
Req ID: 188458
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: IMIT Medical Imaging
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 7-Oct-24
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the IM/IT Manager & Team Lead of Enterprise Imaging, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent action, the Diagnostic Imaging Information System (DIIS) Technologist has responsibility for the effective operation of the Radiology Information System(s), the Picture Archiving & Communication System (PACS) as well as numerous DIIS supported applications such as PowerScribe dictation software.
The DIIS Technologist, is responsible for the maintenance of the a number of supported software systems within the areas of Diagnostic Imaging and Cardiology. The DIIS technologist is also responsible for the implementation and maintenance of new DIIS software products, in accordance with established standards, including user education for the effective use of each product.
The DIIS technologist collaborates with their fellow IMIT Team members and key clinical and business stakeholders, in partnership with the province’s Internal Services Department, to meet deadlines for upgrades to or implementations of software products. The DIIS technologist also interacts with other hospital departments that have a need to interface to DIIS supported software.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Degree or diploma from a diagnostic imaging discipline required
- Registration with the Nova Scotia Medical Radiation Technologists and the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists required *Applicants who are eligible and willing to obtain their NSCMIRTP registration will be considered.
- 2 years’ experience as a diagnostic imaging technologist required
- Previous experience/training in IT considered a strong asset
- Digital Imaging course and WHIMIS preferred
- Previous experience with medical imaging information and departmental workflow
- Medical imaging terminology knowledge a strong asset
- Familiarity with medical equipment, particularly medical imaging equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve issues that are both frequent and infrequent in nature
- Strong presentation skills
- Previous experience training staff members on new or current practices or equipment
- Ability to work both independently and as a team
- High degree of computer efficiency
- Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Permanent, Full-time Position; 75 Hours Biweekly
Compensation and Benefits
$33.47 - $41.83 Hourly
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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