Job Description

Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the department across the Lower Mainland Medical Imaging (LMMI) health authorities (Fraser Health, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services and Vancouver Coastal Health). Position performs additional procedures/techniques and related duties within Nuclear Medicine such as radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and special cell labelling for lower mainland hospitals. Duties include preparing and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals for shipping, labelling cells using sterile techniques, instructing manufacturing and cell labeling techniques to staff, operating nuclear medicine laboratory equipment, performing routine quality control tests on equipment and radiopharmaceuticals, monitoring radioactive storage areas utilizing appropriate detection devices and disposing of radioactive substances and contaminated items by following established guidelines. This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health. QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Certification with the CAMRT (Nuclear Medicine). Two years' recent, related experience in radioisotope imaging and radiopharmacy dispensing or an equivalent of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated knowledge of theory and practice of radiopharmacy dispensing and radiation safety practices.Demonstrated ability of aseptic techniques.Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with nuclear medicine laboratory equipment.Demonstrated knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP).Demonstrated knowledge of radiopharmacy equipment and computer applications.Demonstrated knowledge of Bio Rx applications.Demonstrated knowledge of CNSC, WCB, and TDG regulations.Demonstrated knowledge of research processes and methodology.Demonstrated ability to perform radioisotope laboratory examinations in compliance with departmental standards.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.Demonstrated ability to instruct personnel and students.Demonstrated ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Demonstrated ability to operate a computerized patient care/radiopharmacy information system.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.