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At Kawartha Cardiology, our first priority is the highest possible quality of patient care. Every team member, whether Clerical Support, Health Services, Nursing or other direct patient care, as well as our Physicians contribute and strive to maintain this goal everyday. Respect, trust and collaboration are the values we champion, with our employees, patients, and community. We are dedicated to ensuring a safe and respectful environment for our staff to better serve our patients and our community. Contact us today for more information about available employment opportunities and where to send your resume.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Nuclear Medicine Technologist MRT(N) Full Time, Part Time and Casual Positions Available
Kawartha Diagnostic Imaging (KDI), located within the Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough Ontario, is seeking dedicated and skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologists to join our healthcare team.
In this role, you will be responsible for performing nuclear cardiology imaging procedures using radiopharmaceuticals to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Duties:
- utilize safe practice in handling and administration of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with CNSC guidelines
- perform angiocath insertion and intravenous injections
- prepare and assist patients for Gamma camera procedures
- collaborate with stress team to perform nuclear cardiology testing (both exercise and pharmacological)
- prepare and assist patients in resting MUGA
- perform ECG gating
- opportunity to serve as alternate Radiation Safety Office (RSO)
- using radiation monitoring equipment and perform contamination monitoring and decontamination as required
- Prepare and maintain records of procedures, including patient history and imaging results.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations regarding the use of radioactive materials.
- Educate patients about procedures, addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
Qualifications:
- Current registration (in good standing) with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) in nuclear medicine as an MRT(N)
- Current membership (in good standing) with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) or the Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences (OAMRS)
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology relevant to nuclear cardiology
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential for managing patient records and imaging data.
- Basic Life Support/CPR
KCC is a busy, progressive, fully accredited facility with 8 cardiologists and 80 clinical and support staff that offers specialized programs in cardiology, vascular, stroke and diabetes care to a large geographic region. We offer a generous sign-on bonus, competitive wages, a benefit package, paid time off, pension eligibility, and if transitioning to our city: relocation support and subsidized living accommodations!
We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to our dynamic team in the field of nuclear medicine. While we appreciate all applications, we can only contact those individuals selected for interview. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities and will be provided as part of our hiring process.
Job Type:
- Permanent full-time, part-time and casual positions
Pay: starting at $38.00/hr
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Work Location:
- In person
Contact:
- careers@kawarthacardiology.com
Our Community
Kawartha Cardiology is located in downtown Peterborough, Ontario and has several outreach locations in surrounding counties. Our community offers a unique quality of life with its mix of city life, cottage country relaxation, natural scenery, and unique points of interest. The cost of living and real estate throughout the Kawarthas is more affordable than other urban and suburban areas comparable in size throughout Ontario. When you work and live in the Peterborough area, you will spend less time in traffic and more time enjoying life.
Peterborough Economic Development describes our community as: “A thriving City, Peterborough has all of the shops, services, and amenities that anyone could possibly need. Rich in arts, culture, and heritage, the community is renowned for producing musicians and artists – and also for attracting world-renowned artists to our many venues and festivals. We offer an incredibly inviting restaurant scene – known for its culturally diverse use of area meats, dairy, and produce. With an abundance of nationally recognized retail chains in the suburbs of the City, our downtown offers a multitude of theatres, shops, restaurants, pubs, and bars to choose from. No matter the atmosphere, you can find it here, in Peterborough.”
Recruitment Process
While we appreciate all applications, we will only contact those individuals selected for interview.
We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided as part of our hiring process (if accommodation is required, applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance).