Medical Imaging Research and PET-MR Technologist

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Medical Imaging Research Division
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: MRI Supervisor
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: 10-13 hour shifts typically 3-4 days per week with potential to be 5 day per week when needed
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: August 31 2025

Additional Benefits
Premiums: Competitive shift premiums for work after standard hours plus academic premiums on all hours worked
Relocation: Reimbursement available consistent with UHN policy
Location: Easy access via public transit (TTC and GO) and free shuttle between TGH and TWH
Education: Monthly PET Education Rounds and quarterly Nuclear Medicine Rounds for Nuclear Medicine Technologists
Opportunity to obtain annual onsite Basic CPR refresher training
Annual Medical Imaging professional development (PD) allowance for eligible continuing education
Opportunity for Collaborative Academic Practice fellowships
Education allowance available consistent with UHN policy
Opportunity for scholarship awards when pursuing elevated education (Masters PhD)
Advance Skills: Opportunity to conduct and lead learning labs at Michener Institute.
Opportunity to apply for Clinical Adjunct Professor status with Michener Institute in recognition of individual commitment to clinical education advances in practice practice and serve as a role model/mentor to colleagues and students.
Research: Opportunity to participate in research including publications and presentations
Peer Learning Program: Opportunity to earn hours applicable for CMRITO quality assurance portfolio

Position Summary
Join Medical Imaging at UHN one of the largest academic medical imaging department in Canada! Our cutting-edge digital technology and dedicated team prioritize patient care and exceptional image quality.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of medical imaging through innovation groundbreaking research education and excellence in patient care. UHN is committed to ongoing education and quality assurance initiatives and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education.

Duties

• Builds MRI Protocols on scanners as outlined in the research documents/imaging guidelines
• Performs PET-MRI and MRI Procedures as outlined in the protocol/procedure manuals to aid in patient diagnosis intervention and or treatment
• Ensures MRI Safety Standards of Practice are followed at all times
• Operates troubleshoots and ensures safe functioning of medical imaging and ancillary equipment are performing in an effective and efficient manner
• Prepare written and electronic reports required to properly document all procedures and test results
• Attend Research meetings as required
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and grand applications and data processing
• Responsible for teaching training educational research safety and quality improvement programs/activities
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of and utilizing the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) to review manipulate and archive digital medical images of data in final image formation
• Perform other related patient care responsibilities to facilitate the provision of optimal patient care
• Understand and follow Hospital and departmental Research policies and procedures to improve technical quality
• Administration of radiopharmaceuticals intravenously under the direction of the nuclear medicine physician or authorized user
• Calculate measure and record radiation dosage of radiopharmaceuticals received used and disposed under the direction of the nuclear medicine physician
• Disposal of radioactive materials and storage of radiopharmaceuticals following all CNSC requirements
• Reconstruction of image data for subsequent quantitative analyses applying applying appropriate corrections for attenuation random scatters motion etc. per direction of the nuclear medicine physician or physicist
• Performs transfer and back-up of imaging data
• Performs venipuncture or catheterization to provide access for administration of radiopharmaceuticals and fluids or the removal of blood for metabolite survival or recovery (of the radiopharmaceutical) analysis
• Monitors radiation work areas (wipe testing weekly surveys) and other areas as needed
• Maintain quarterly equipment (dose calibrator) linearity and constancy checks

Qualifications :

• Completion of a recognized post diploma program in MRI or recognized equivalent with MRI certification
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine or recognized equivalent from a recognized academic institution
• Completion of Cross-section Anatomy course and contrast injection course
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S) program Level LL: Basic Rescuer certification 
• Minimum three (3) years recent clinical MRI experience
• Registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
• Approval by CAMRT to practice Nuclear Medicine in Canada
• Ability to competently operate PET diagnostic equipment
• Previous Cardiac MRI experience an asset
• Demonstrate excellence in technical skills and image quality
• Demonstrate thoroughness and reliability in study documentation
• Demonstrate independent decision-making
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently under stressful conditions
• Ability to provide consistent high quality imaging following specific guidelines without variation
• Ability to perform research exams independently
• Excellent problem solving and recognition skills
• Effective time management skills ability to organize work and set priorities 
• Effective computer skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellence attendance availability on evenings potentially occasional weekends

Additional Information :

Why join UHN 

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.  

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time