Radiation Therapist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Discounts

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto's Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a temporary full-time position. You will contribute to the safe, timely, and accurate delivery of radiation therapy to patients and participate in education and ongoing practice improvement.

You will demonstrate knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques, maintain CAMRT/CMRITO standards, and collaborate with an inter-professional team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Radiation Therapy training program.
• Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Commitment to integrated education, research and clinical practice.
• Strong work ethic with teaching and supportive care skills.

Responsibilities

• Patient education and symptom management.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for learners and colleagues in education activities.
• Demonstrate expertise in CAMRT CMRTIO standards and department protocols.
• Contribute to high standard of care through application of advanced radiation therapy techniques.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Patient education

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Radiation Therapy training program

CMRITO registration

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job description

UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 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 its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Union: ONA

Number of Vacancies: 2

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Site: Princess MargaretCancer Centre

Department: Radiation Therapy

Reports to: Manager

Hours: 37.5hours per week

Wage range: $44.42 to $59.61per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.

Status:TemporaryFull Time (One Year Contract)

Closing Date: October 1, 2026

Position Summary

While you may be assigned to a specific team, you will be expected to contribute to the successful functioning of all teams, to ensure safe, timely and accurate radiation therapy of all patients. The radiation therapist may participate in one or more of a range of activities within the full scope of radiation therapy practice. You will be expected to demonstrate and maintain expert knowledge of state-of-the-art radiation therapy techniques and technology to ensure safe, timely and accurate radiation therapy of patients. You will demonstrate expertise in patient assessment and supportive care, including:

Duties

• Patient education and symptom management.
• Create and maintain a safe and supportive environment for a variety of learners, including students and colleagues as they engage in education and continuous practice improvement activities.
• Expectations for academic contribution will be greater in key areas of individual expertise.
• Practice in accordance with the CAMRT competency profile and CMRITO standards of practice and legislated regulations. Contribution to a high standard of care will be measured through knowledge and utilization of departmental protocols and professional standards of practice.

• Graduate of a recognized Radiation Therapy training program
• Current registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
• Commitment to integrated approach to education, research, and clinical practice
• Strong work ethic, with exceptional technical, supportive care and teaching skills
• Passionate about the profession, and committed to self-directed, life-long learning
• Emotionally intelligent, caring and empathetic
• Creative, problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Evidence of commitment to team building and inter-professional teamwork
• Ability to function independently and able to take the initiative in complex clinical situations
• Demonstrates core values of UHN in the execution of their duties
• Aligned to the mission and vision of the Radiation Medicine Program

For current UHN employees, only those who have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications should apply.

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.

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.