Diagnostic Imaging Technologist III

Zone: Central Zone
Location: CNF - Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre, Grand Falls-Windsor
Diagnostic Imaging Technologist III
Central Zone - CNF MRI
Permanent Full-time
NAPE LX
45923POS

Hours: 70 (8 hours, Rotating, Shift Work; Days, Evenings, Weekends)

Salary: LX33 (CAD39.66 - CAD49.93 per hour)

Competition Number: VAC0030442

Posted Date: 2026-10-22

Closing Date: Open until filled.

About Us:

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 510,550 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 22,000 people.

For more information, visit: https://nlhealthservices.ca/careers/why-nl-health-services/

Job Summary

The Diagnostic Imaging Technologist III in the Diagnostic Imaging Department performs a variety of diagnostic MRI procedures. The work involves producing diagnostic images, which are interpreted by physicians and used in medical diagnosis; setting up, processing MRI images, and positioning patients using standard anatomical positioning techniques; assisting senior technologists and radiologists to perform a variety of procedures; operating and caring for the MRI equipment and in the production of diagnostic images; recognizing, reporting equipment malfunctions and completing routine preventative maintenance; and performing other related work as required.

Job Duties

Must assume responsibility for the MR service when required, which includes MR procedures, quality control, equipment maintenance, orientation of other staff members and ongoing educational upgrading.

Working with a Provincial PACS imaging system, quality controls all of the images in each exam done by the incumbent and verifies all patient demographics are correct before verifying every exam and the images to the Provincial PACS Long- and Short-Term Storage.

Participates in the departmental equipment maintenance program by performing duties as outlined in the Procedure Manual and as required by manufacturing company.

Participates in the departmental Quality Initiatives program and assists in the preparation of audits.

Assumes responsibility for the safety of patients, visitors, staff and self during examinations and procedures.

Troubleshoots all equipment and makes service calls where applicable.

Protects the confidentiality of patient information and abides by the rules and regulations of Newfoundland Health Services, which are reflected in its philosophy, policies and procedures.

Must be willing to work evenings, day shifts, weekends, per departmental schedule, and be an active member of a team of Diagnostic Imaging Technologists.

Other related duties as required.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

Constantly lifts, moves objects, repositions, pushes and pulls objects and transports patients to and from testing area, less than 10 lbs. between 10-30 lbs.

Push/pull up to medium forces. Constantly stands and walks for extended periods.

Regularly requires repetitive movements of upper extremities.

A high level of alertness and attentiveness is required when performing imaging exams when patients are critically ill, infectious, unstable or compromised in order to obtain accurate images as quickly as possible, and ensure the patient's safety.

Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized MRI certification program and/or successful admission and intention to complete a recognized MRI certification program by the application date.

Must be registered with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists, CAMRT.

At least two years’ experience as a Diagnostic Imaging Technologist I. If no applicant is found, then the position may be filled by a Technologist with less than two years’ experience.

Upon appointment, must be willing to successfully complete the Self-Directed Intravenous Therapy Program for the Diagnostic Imaging Department.

Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, hazards, and techniques of the Diagnostic Imaging Department.

The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and record of work performance and attendance.

*Effective May 1, 2025, all Medical Radiation Technologists and X - Ray Health Professionals will require registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health Professionals (NLCHP) in the appropriate discipline(s) in order to practice in Newfoundland and Labrador. The successful applicant is required to achieve registration by May 1, 2025.