Technologist Assistant II, MRI

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer package

HOOPP pension plan

Close access to Transit and UHN shutt

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto, Ontario, seeks a MRI support technician to assist in patient preparation, safety screening, and coordination of MRI exams across sites. Training is provided for exams, IV insertions, and equipment handling in a fast-paced academic imaging department.

Join a large, research‑driven hospital network focused on AI-enabled MRI workflows and outstanding patient care. This permanent full-time role offers varied shifts and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School is required.
• International medical radiation technology program or other medical program is preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity towards patients in challenging situations.
• Demonstrated strong inter-professional and collaborative approach to practice.
• Demonstrated good judgement to ensure work is in the best interest and safety of the patient and team.
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to process changes.
• Demonstrated good work performance and attendance history.
• Effective time management skills and ability to organize work.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in patient preparation for MRI exams.
• Reviews MRI safety screening questions with patients per standards of practice under supervision of MRI Technologist (Training provided).
• Provides exam explanations (Training provided).
• Preparation and cleaning of equipment for patient exams including MRI equipment in Magnet room under supervision of MRI Technologist.
• Coordination of patient exams for optimal utilization and efficiency in collaboration with MRI Technologist.
• IV insertions (Training provided).
• Documentation of patient information.

Skills

Time management

Computer skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Completion of Secondary School

International medical radiation technology program or other medical program (preferred)

Job 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

Union:Non-Union
Number of Positions: 1
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site:Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto General Hospital or Toronto Western Hospital
Department:Medical Imaging, MRI
Reports to:MRI Supervisor
Hours:37.5 hours per week
Salary:$24.98 - $31.22 per hour
Shifts:Variable 24/7
Status:Permanent Full Time
Closing Date:August 23, 2026

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.

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

• Assisting in Patient Preparation for MRI Exams
• Reviews MRI Safety Screening questions with patients per standards of practice under supervision of MRI Technologist (Training provided)
• Provides exam explanation (Training provided)
• Preparation and cleaning of Equipment for Patient exams including MRI equipment in Magnet room under supervision of MRI Technologist
• Coordination of Patient exams for optimal utilization and efficiency in collaboration with MRI Technologist
• IV Insertions (Training provided)
• Documentation of Patient Information

• Completion of Secondary School
• Completion of international medical radiation technology program or other medical program, preferred
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity towards patients in a challenging situation
• Demonstrated strong inter-professional and collaborative approach to practice
• Demonstrated good judgement to ensure work is always performed in the best interest and safety of the patient and the team
• Ability to learn new skills, and adapt to process changes
• Demonstrated good work performance and attendance history
• Effective time management skills, ability to organize work, and set priorities
• Effective computer skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills including thorough formal clinical documentation
• Ability to work variable shifts

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 (HOOPPhttps://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.At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.