Medical Lab Technician jobs in Nova Scotia

The MRT provides the safe and effective delivery of x-rays to patients during their pain interventional treatments. The technician ensures that he/she adheres to all clinic policies, standards and practices.

Duties and responsibilities

• Patient preparation for the performance of Fluoroscopy guided interventions
• Operate fluoroscopy machine during procedures, under direction of the physician, in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures
• Record and process patient data
• Wearing protective equipment as required
• Perform basic quality control checks on equipment
• Update, file and maintain client information
• Review of written reports and discussion with physicians
• Assist with facility flow of patients through the clinic and coordinate with medical team to ensure patient centric service delivery
• Establishes priorities and makes ethically sound decisions to ensure safe patient care
• Prepares treatment room for examination and treatment of patient
• Collaborating with other health care professionals
• Participating in continuing education
• Strong knowledge of equipment and how to clean and decontaminate it.
• Assists in training new staff, and/or support staff engaged in clinic activities
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Certification with the CMRITO and General Radiography experience
• Experience in Fluoroscopy guided interventions preferred
• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Superior patient care and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain composure and emotional stability to cope with emergencies, stress and human suffering
• Strong ability to maintain safety and quality as well as infection control standards
• Strong knowledge with medical equipment