Medical Imaging Research and PET Technologist

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Joint Department of Medical Imaging, Research Division
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)
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 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

As a research MRT in our department, you will have opportunities to:

• 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

Fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education, UHN fosters an environment where continuous learning is embedded in everyday practice. In this role, you will have:

• 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

• Performs nuclear medicine procedure and quality assurance for PET 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
• Reviews research protocols involving requiring nuclear medicine activities
• Prepare written and electronic reports required to properly document all procedures and test results
• Attend PET-MR & Research meetings as required
• Assume the role and responsibility of the Radiation Safety Designate, such as responding to radiation incidents, and assisting with minor or major spills in the area.
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and grand 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