Nuclear Medicine Research Technologist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution as a Nuclear Medicine Research Technologist, where you will perform vital diagnostics and engage in pioneering research. This permanent full-time role offers competitive wages and professional growth opportunities, all while working with dedicated healthcare professionals in Toronto.

Benefits

Competitive shift premiums

Relocation reimbursement available

Annual professional development allowance

Flexible work environment

Multiple corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine required.
• CMRITO registration necessary.
• Demonstrated initiative and comfort with decision making.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine and PET CT procedures for patient diagnosis.
• Prepare reports to document all procedures and results.
• Assist in research and training initiatives.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Certification in Nuclear Medicine

BCLS Level II: Basic Rescuer certification

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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.

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.

www.uhn.ca

Job Description

Union: Non-Union

Number of Vacancies: 1

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Medical Imaging, Molecular Imaging Division

Work Model: On-Site

Reports to: Nuclear Medicine Supervisor

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Rotating 8 hour and extended shifts across weekdays and evenings (with nights and weekends as needed). Possibility of rotating on-call shifts for afterhours support.

Status: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: July 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

• Perform nuclear medicine and PET CT procedures and quality assurance as outlined in the protocol/procedure manuals to aid in patient diagnosis, intervention and or treatment
• Operate, troubleshoot, and ensure 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
• Review research study protocols and imaging guidelines and critically assess the feasibility of JDMI to provide imaging service requested
• Work with the JDMI Research Office, Radiopharmacy, and research study teams to establish new processes to conduct research studies, as needed
• Act as primary point of contact for the JDMI Research Office for questions related to active and proposed new studies
• Attend Nuclear Medicine & Research meetings, as required
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications and data processing
• Provide teaching, training, educational research, safety, and quality improvement programs
• 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
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Certification in Nuclear Medicine from a recognized academic institution
• CMRITO registration
• Completion of a BCLS program, Level II: Basic Rescuer certification, with maintenance of certification
• Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with reliability in study documentation
• 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
  
  
  

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 https://hoopp.com/)
• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research

• Industries

  Research

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