Medical Imaging Research and PET-MR Technologist

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Medical Imaging, Research Division
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: MRI Supervisor
Wage Range: $ to $ per hour
Hours: hours per week
Shifts: Dedicated 8 hour shifts across weekdays. Dedicated extended shifts across days, evenings, nights and weekends. Rotating on-call shifts during stat holidays, or as needed.
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: July 31, 2026

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 departments in Canada, where MRTs play a pivotal role in driving innovation, research and patient-centered care. Our institution is recognized nationally for its leadership in molecular imaging and theranostics.

This is an exceptional opportunity to participate directly in groundbreaking research and contribute to first-of-its kind clinical programs.

A Research-Driven Clinical Environment

As a research MRT in our department, you will have opportunities to:

• Support and participate in clinical trials, theranostic research, and innovative radiopharmaceutical programs.
• Work with advanced technologies, such as PETMR, that drive discovery in precision medicine.
• Collaborate with physicians, radiopharmacists, physicists, and other healthcare professionals to shape the future of precision imaging and targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy.
• Contribute to process innovation, quality initiatives, and clinical advancements that influence provincial, national, and global practice.

Commitment to Education & Professional Growth

Fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education, UHN fosters an environment where continuous learning is embedded in everyday practice. In this role, you will have:

• Access to ongoing training, academic collaboration, and research mentorship
• Opportunities to expand skillset including the potential training in the specialty of MRI
• A culture that supports career development, specialty training, and leadership growth
• Opportunities for academic and professional development through collaborations with leaders in the imaging field. The desire to pursue research interests will be encouraged and supported within the operational requirements of the program.

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 ( 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 )
• 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.

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.