“Being a Radiology Technologist is a great career. We do a lot more than just take pictures. Every day is different. We have the opportunity to see and do so many different things. It’s never boring and it’s always rewarding. I love helping people and for me that’s what it’s all about. There’s no better feeling than hearing how thankful or appreciative a patient is for your help. If you enjoy helping people and problem solving, this career is a good fit.”

“I always knew I wanted to work in health care, but I was unsure exactly how “hands-on” I wanted to be. Diagnostic imaging was the perfect choice for me because it offered a balanced mix of patient interaction and independent work, depending on your chosen modality.
I grew up in northern Manitoba and knew I wanted to return to work in a northern community. After spending part of my clinical placement in Thompson, I knew I found where I wanted to work once I finished school.
The team environment here at Thompson General is amazing. Since it is a small city, you meet and get to know so many people. This makes it easy to communicate, collaborate, and lend a hand between all departments as no one is a stranger to you. Having the opportunity to complete my placement at Thompson General also made the transition into my current position much more comfortable because I already knew the team and the role.
A career in diagnostics continues to reward you with new and different experiences each day. There is so much learn, and there are many ways to grow your skills. I am currently expanding my knowledge in the CAMRT CT scanning training program and someday, I hope to pursue MRI training.
Knowing that I am making a difference in a patient’s hospital stay, their experience, and even their health outcomes is incredibly rewarding. There are so many opportunities in the north in diagnostics and in your personal life.
If you love adventure and exploring the outdoors and you have a strong work ethic, then the north is the place for you. Even if you didn’t grow up in the north, the community is so welcoming, which I think makes it easier to adjust to the northern way of life.”

“CT scans provide greater detail than your average x-ray, capturing images of organs, blood vessels and soft tissues inside the body. It’s fast-paced and you have an instant connection to the pathology. You get in there like a dirty shirt, it’s fascinating.
The thing about radiology is that there’s always something new and you can take your learning in different directions. You have to be willing to adapt and push yourself to improve. But you will find so much variety that it’s nearly impossible to feel stagnant!”

“There are many opportunities that have come with this role that I wouldn’t normally have had. I’ve never had to take call or evening shifts and it has given me the freedom to tuck my kids into bed every night. Our outreach is quite extensive, and I’ve personally seen more of this province than I ever would have. If you love to travel that part is definitely a perk!”