Breast Screening Technical Quality Management Coordinator
BC Cancer
Vancouver, BC
The Breast Screening Technical Quality Management (QM) Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of Radiographic Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities on a provincial level to further the advancement of breast imaging practice consistent with the standards set by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR), and Health Canada. The Coordinator participates in the evaluation of imaging practice at the screening centres, including periodic image audits and site visits, assessment of individual technical skills, competency assessment, and advising on patient interactions.
Working within the Breast Screening Program, and reporting to the Technologist Provincial Practice Leader, the Coordinator provides technical expertise to support efficient and effective operation at the screening centres.
What you’ll do
- Provide guidance for the technical imaging quality management of the Breast Screening Program, through expertise monitoring of professional standards for all aspects of the imaging process in a variety of service delivery models including fixed, mobile and ancillary screening centres.
- Work in collaboration with the PPL, Program leadership, medical physicists, affiliated radiologists and technologists to implement and maintain policies and guidelines for the technical aspects of screening mammography such as technologist role and responsibilities, staffing standards, CAR mammography accreditation, x-ray tube and major equipment replacement/acceptance, and imaging quality management.
- Provide input and advise on the technical aspects of the Program budget, such as staffing levels, equipment maintenance, and repairs and replacement.
- Ensure Program imaging quality and safety standards are maintained across the province by performing regular site visits and image audits on each of the breast screening centres, and provides feedback and recommendations on technical competency. Monitors repeat rates and other quality indicators, and perform in-services as required.
- Champion the Province-wide CAR accreditation by coordinating accreditation activities with centres, reviewing images for acceptability, and arranging for fee coverage. Follows up with the physicists, PPL, screening centre technologists and radiologists, to provide technical support and advice to the screening centres during the accreditation process.
- Facilitate technical problem-solving and provides technical in-services in centres.
- In collaboration with the PPL and the physics support group, oversees and advises on centres technical equipment activities such as equipment maintenance, repairs, acceptance testing and tube replacement.
- In collaboration with the PPL, Medical Physicist Support group, and the Screening Operations Director develops and monitors Program procedures and standards for the technical operation and quality management processes, and maintains related documentation such as manuals, computer files and reference materials.
- Is a champion for continuing education and helps to develop professional development programs such as mentorship programs.
- Maintains clinical competency through professional development and practical application.
What you bring
Qualifications
- A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor degree plus current Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologist registration complemented by courses in Quality Management and completion of the Certificate in Breast Imaging (CBI). A minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in breast imaging including two (2) years of experience with a Provincial screening mammography program consisting of fixed and/or mobile operations. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will also be considered.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Cancer contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system.
Core Competencies
- Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
- Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).
You have:
- Ability to problem solve and make decisions independently.
- Strong communication is complemented by solid networking skills and the ability to establish good working relationships.
- Proactive, creative, independent thinker with the ability to work on several task within the same time frame and to deadlines.
- Physical ability to perform the duties including the ability and willingness to travel.
- Ability to operate related equipment and software.
- Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
- Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000+ in-house courses including a range of experience level, profession-specific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenous-specific anti-racism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and well-being, and more.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $76,111 - $109,409/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: 686 West Broadway, Vancouver, V5Z 1G1
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday- Friday, 08:30-16:30.
Requisition # 197704E
What we do
BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.
BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at
[email protected].
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
Attention current employees of PHSA:
You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca.
The internal job posting expires on
April 27, 2026 and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail
[email protected] with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant.
Please do not apply for the external job posting.If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please e-mail
[email protected] with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password. Our business hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, excluding Statutory Holidays and a Help Desk Representative will respond to you with 1-2 business days.
If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at [email protected].
