Medical Radiation Technologist, Cath Lab Talent Pool

Union: Non-Union
New or Replacement Position: Various
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Cardiovascular Investigations Unit (Cath Lab)
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Wage Range: $39.20 - $58.80 per hour
Hours: Various
Status: Various
Closing Date: January 1 2027

This is a Talent Pool posting for all Medical Radiation Technologist vacancies at the Cath Lab Toronto General Hospital. We will be in touch if an opening becomes available that aligns with your credentials. Talent Pools are for external candidates only.

Cardiovascular Investigations Unit (Cath Lab) Overview:

The Cardiovascular Investigations Unit (Cath Lab) is a state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization facility in the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC) at the Toronto General Hospital. The Cath Lab uses innovative equipment and digital technology serving patients on a regional national and international level performing 7000 procedures a year. The Cath Lab is home to world-renowned clinicians who use minimally invasive techniques and innovative procedures to treat a wide range of patients with complex heart disease. Procedures performed in the Cath Lab include:

• Coronary Angiogram and Angioplasty
• Complex Adult Congenital Interventions
• Structural Heart (e.g. percutaneous valve replacement ASD Closure MitraClip)
• Complex High-Risk and Indicated PCI with or without Mechanical Circulatory support
• Cardiac Biopsy
• Electrophysiology studies 3D Mapping and Ablations
• Pacemaker and Defibrillator implantation

The Cath Lab is an exciting dynamic work environment where you can develop your passion for cardiac care. Our nursing staff are integral to providing and coordinating exceptional clinical care to our valued patients. Dropbox - Cath Lab Recruitment - Simplify your life

Duties

As a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) in the Cardiovascular Investigations Unit (Cath Lab)...

You will:

Be primarily responsible for radiation safety of multidisciplinary staff and patients equipment management and troubleshooting intra procedural monitoring and documentation assisting interventional cardiologists and the clinical care team with cardiac medical procedures in a sterile environment and monitor patient hemodynamics during procedures. The MRT practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. MRT staff may also support research projects and participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical care and operations.

Work with:

A diverse clinical care team including: Interventional Cardiologists Registered Nurses Medical Fellows Echo Technicians and Anesthesia to deliver high-quality and patient-centered care. The MRT reports to the Nurse Manager of the Cath Lab. As an MRT in the Cath Lab you will maintain a positive and calming working relationship with team members promote a healthy work environment and encourage collaboration for excellence in patient care.

Supported through:
Comprehensive 10-week in-unit orientation for each the MRT role in the Cath -house ACLS training will be offered during your orientation (if not already certified). MRTs are supported with additional educational opportunities to advance interventional cardiology skills such as mechanical circulatory support (e.g. Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Impella) calcium management devices (e.g. Rotational Atherectomy Intravascular Lithotripsy Laser Atherectomy) interventional ancillary equipment (e.g. IVUS OCT FFR). MRTs may later act as a preceptor to support development of other staff and learners.

Access to:

• Ongoing skills development and learning opportunities as part of the PMCCs ongoing commitment to learning and professional development.
• UHN Tuition Assistance Programs to support internal professional growth.
• Participate in innovative research along-side world-leading clinician-scientists and care teams.
• UHN wellness programs and activities such as Employee and Family Assistance Program for confidential counselling that is specialized to provide service to UHN staff and their families.
• Extended Benefits Coverage that includes comprehensive medical and dental coverage and a defined pension plan through HOOPP for full-time staff. Part-time staff receive allowance in lieu.
• Employee Referral Program where a bonus up to $2000 for referring individuals who get hired into specific full- or part- time permanent positions.

Qualifications :

• Current Registration as a Medical Radiation Technologist - Radiography with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) liability insurance through Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences
• Completion of accredited Bachelor of Medical Radiation Sciences from an accredited program
• Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Minimum two (2) years of related work experience
• Demonstrated evidence of on going education
• Excellent interpersonal and decision making organizational and time management skills
• Encompasses the engagement and spirit of teamwork
• Must be able to respond to on-call notifications (arrive at the hospital) within 45 minutes maximum
• Must be able to wear lead apron
• Previous Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology experience 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 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

Key Skills
Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Clinical Laboratory Experience,Hospital Experience,Laboratory Procedures,Phlebotomy,Conflict Management,Microbiology,Quality Control,Laboratory Techniques,Sales Support,Toxicology Experience
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1