Technologist Assistant II, MRI

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) invites applications for a Medical Imaging – MRI Assistant in the MRI Department at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto General Hospital or Toronto Western Hospital.

This permanent full-time position offers 37.5 hours per week with shifts 24/7, reporting to the MRI Supervisor. The role supports patient prep, safety reviews, exams explanations, and coordination of MRI procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: secondary school completion.
• Prefer completion of international medical radiation technology program or other medical program.
• Strong communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient preparation for MRI exams.
• Review MRI safety screening questions with patients under supervision.
• Provide exam explanations to patients (training provided).
• Prepare and clean MRI equipment for patient exams under supervision.
• Coordinate patient exams with MRI technologists for efficient scheduling.
• Assist with IV insertions (training provided).
• Document patient information accurately.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Secondary School

International medical radiation technology program or equivalent

Job description

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 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

Qualifications

• 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

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.

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.