MRI Technologist

Company

University Health Network

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.www.uhn.ca

Location

Toronto, ON

Duties

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 2
Site: All Sites
Department: Medical Imaging, MRI
Reports to: Supervisor, MRI
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 (Casual Shifts: Must be available for all shifts. Day, Evening, and Night shifts including on Weekends and Stat Holidays)

This is a Talent Pool posting for all MRI Technologist vacancies, we will be in touch if an opening becomes available that aligns with your credentials. Talent Pools are for external candidates only.

Additional Benefits
Premiums: Competitive shift premiums for work after standard hours, plus academic premiums on all hours worked
On-Call: Rotating on-call shifts for afterhours support during stat holidays paid at and above premium rates, including parking and mileage or transportation costs reimbursed and meal ticket provided (as applicable)
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 Education Rounds for MRI Technologists, focusing on MRI safety practices, advancements in imaging and case studies. Annual Professional development day, hosted by Clinical and Practice MR Leaders
Opportunity to obtain annual 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
Medical Imaging department opportunity for scholarship awards when pursuing elevated education (Masters, PhD)
Advance Skills: Opportunity to conduct and lead in-person learning labs for first discipline and second discipline MRI students at the Michener Institute, in addition to scheduled MRI shifts
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.

At UHN we work to develop new MRI protocols and procedures for cardiac, breast, neuro, abdominal and pelvic, oncological and musculoskeletal (MSK) areas. Through protocol development, we can assist in quicker diagnosis and treatments for our patients.

MRI recently introduced Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of the MRI clinical workflows across the complete fleet of 7 scanners, as a first department.

We help train new technologists from various institutional programs across Canada. We provide students the opportunity to use new technology and learn from our highly experienced and knowledgeable MRI technologists.

In addition to our advanced MR imaging at UHN, MRI Technologists are actively involved in clinical procedures which were firsts at UHN: MR Elastrography (MRE) to assess the liver and MR guided focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) to target brain tissue for treatment of movement disorders.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of medical imaging through innovation, ground breaking 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

Work as part of the dynamic team to perform MRI procedures in accordance with applicable legislation, clinical standards and departmental procedures
Provide exceptional care to patients, families and caregivers while adhering to Medical Imaging department and UHN policies and best practices
Effectively communicate with inter-professional and multi-disciplinary teams
Work accurately, safely, and efficiently in a fast paced, high patient volume setting
Participate in professional development, teaching and educational activities, and mentoring, as required
Fulfill on-call requirements/obligations, as required
Coordinate daily work schedule, prioritizes emergency/add-on cases, as required

Requirements

CMRITO registration
CAMRT certification with current membership, preferred
Completion of Cross-sectional anatomy and Contrast Injection courses
Completion of clinical component of relevant accredited medical imaging academic program, or equivalent education assessed by CAMRT and CMRITO
Completion of a BCLS program, Level II: Basic Rescuer certification, with maintenance of certification
Related technologist experience in a hospital environment, an asset
Effective time management skills and ability to organize and prioritize work
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Demonstrated initiative and comfort with decision making including an ability to respond to changing and emergent situations
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills
Demonstrated good judgement to ensure work is always performed in the best interest and safety of the patient and the team

Contact

Job Posting Link

University Health Networkwebsite

Display Date

2025-05-24

Expiry Date

Until Filled