Medical Imaging Research and PET-MR Technologist, 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 ParkHealthcare 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.

Job Description Union: Non-Union

Number of Vacancies: 1

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Medical Imaging, Research Division

Work Model: On-Site

Reports to: MRI Supervisor

Wage Range: $41.52 to $62.28 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

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.

Status: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: July 31, 2026

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)

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.

Opportunity to participate in research, including publications and presentations

Opportunity to earn hours applicable for CMRITO quality assurance portfolio

Position Summary

Join Medical Imaging at UHN, one of the largest academic medical imaging departments in Canada, where MRTs play a pivotal role in driving innovation, research and patient‑centered care. Our institution is recognized nationally for its leadership in molecular imaging and theranostics. This is an exceptional opportunity to participate directly in groundbreaking research and contribute to first‑of‑its‑kind clinical programs.

A Research‑Driven Clinical Environment

Support and participate in clinical trials, theranostic research, and innovative radiopharmaceutical programs.

Work with advanced technologies, such as PETMR, that drive discovery in precision medicine.

Collaborate with physicians, radiopharmacists, physicists, and other healthcare professionals to shape the future of precision imaging and targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy.

Contribute to process innovation, quality initiatives, and clinical advancements that influence provincial, national, and global practice.

Commitment to Education&Professional Growth

Access to ongoing training, academic collaboration, and research mentorship

Opportunities to expand skillset including the potential training in the specialty of MRI

A culture that supports career development, specialty training, and leadership growth

Opportunities for academic and professional development through collaborations with leaders in the imaging field. The desire to pursue research interests will be encouraged and supported within the operational requirements of the program.

Duties

Builds MRI Protocols on scanners as outlined in the research documents/imaging guidelines

Performs PET‑MRI and MRI Procedures as outlined in the protocol/procedure manuals to aid in patient diagnosis, intervention and or treatment

Ensures MRI Safety Standards of Practice are followed at all times

Operates, troubleshoots and ensures 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

Attend Research meetings, as required

Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications and data processing

Responsible for teaching, training, educational research, safety and quality improvement programs/activities

Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of and utilizing the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) to review, manipulate and archive digital medical images of data in final image formation

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

Administration of radiopharmaceuticals intravenously under the direction of the nuclear medicine physician or authorized user

Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage of radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed under the direction of the nuclear medicine physician

Disposal of radioactive materials and storage of radiopharmaceuticals following all CNSC requirements

Reconstruction of image data for subsequent quantitative analyses applying appropriate corrections for attenuation, random scatters, motion etc. per direction of the nuclear medicine physician or physicist

Performs transfer and back‑up of imaging data

Performs venipuncture or catheterization to provide access for administration of radiopharmaceuticals, and fluids or the removal of blood for metabolite, survival, or recovery (of the radiopharmaceutical) analysis

Monitors radiation work areas (wipe testing, weekly surveys) and other areas, as needed

Maintain quarterly equipment (dose calibrator) linearity and constancy checks

Qualifications

Completion of a recognized post diploma program in MRI, or recognized equivalent with MRI certification

Certification in Nuclear Medicine, or recognized equivalent from a recognized academic institution

Completion of Cross‑section Anatomy course and contrast injection course

Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S) program, Level LL: Basic Rescuer certification

Minimum three (3) years recent clinical MRI experience

Registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)

Approval by CAMRT to practice Nuclear Medicine in Canada

Ability to competently operate PET diagnostic equipment

Previous Cardiac MRI experience an asset

Demonstrate excellence in technical skills and image quality

Demonstrate thoroughness and reliability in study documentation

Demonstrate independent decision‑making

Ability to work accurately and efficiently under stressful conditions

Ability to provide consistent, high quality imaging, following specific guidelines without variation

Ability to perform research exams independently

Excellent problem solving and recognition skills

Effective time management skills, ability to organize work and set priorities

Effective computer skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellence attendance, availability on evenings, potentially occasional weekends

Additional Information Why join UHN?

Competitive offer packages

Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

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.

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