Company Description
The University Health Network, where above all else the needs of patients come first , encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.
The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.
With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning , the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.
UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Job Description
Union : Non-Union
Site : Toronto General Hospital
Department : Joint Department of Medical Imaging, Interventional Radiology
Reports to : Manager
Grade : B0 : 06
Hours : hours per week
Salary : $ $ per hour
Shifts : All Shifts 24 / 7
Status : Permanent Full Time
Closing Date : August 6, 2024
Position Summary
As an integral member of the Joint Department of Medical Imaging team you will perform various Imaging procedures at University Health Network with an opportunity to be trained in Interventional Radiology.
The department features state-of-the-art digital technology and a team of innovative staff dedicated to patient care and superb image quality, backed by a commitment to continuing education and quality assurance program initiatives.
The Technologist will report to the Interventional Radiology Operations Lead and adhere to respective institutional policies and procedures.
Duties
- Performs Interventional Radiology procedures in the IR Department using advanced digital equipment, and digital quality assurance
- Communicates with team members and management personnel, participates in professional development, teaching and educational activities, and mentoring
- Performs cross-functional / site responsibilities as assigned, including working call or overtime, and evening, weekend
- Perform strong inter-professional and collaborative approach to practice.
- Showcase judgement to ensure work is always performed in the best interest and safety of the patient and the team
- Work accurately, safely, and efficiently in a fast paced, high patient volume setting, especially how to accommodate unexpected situations
Qualifications
- Certification by the CAMRT
- Current registration with the CMRITO and fulfilling the annual required continuing education as per CMRITO
- Live within 60 minutes of hospital
- Completion of a BCLS program, Level II : Basic Rescuer certification, with maintenance of certification
- 2 to 3 years General Radiography experience
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity towards patients in a challenging situation.
- Demonstrates strong inter-professional and collaborative approach to practice.
- Demonstrates good judgement to ensure work is always performed in the best interest and safety of the patient and the team
- Ability to work accurately, safely, and efficiently in a fast paced, high patient volume setting, especially how to accommodate unexpected situations.
- Demonstrates strong technical skills and image quality
- Effective time management skills, ability to organize work, and set priorities.
- Effective computer skills
- Strong written and verbal communications skills including through formal clinical documentation
- Awareness of hospital emergency codes and procedures, required
- Ability to work variable shifts and take on-call assignments.
- Current membership with the CAMRT
- Previous CT experience, an asset
- Currently enrolled in or completion of the CAMRT Interventional Radiology Specialty certificate program, an asset
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 )
- Close 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 UHN's 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.
All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.
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.
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