Job Description

Radiation Safety Specialist

Posting #: 917440
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Reports to: Manager, Radiation Safety Services
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $34.13 - $42.67 per hour
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Shifts: Days
Posted Date: April 13, 2023
Closing Date: Until Filled

The University Health Network, where \xe2\x80\x9cabove all else the needs of patients come first\xe2\x80\x9d, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of \xe2\x80\x9cTransforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning\xe2\x80\x9d, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Position Summary

The Radiation Safety Office is a dynamic team committed to continually raising safety awareness, improving radiation safety standards, participating in decision making and consultation, providing timely and effective responses, and creating/sustaining an environment that inspires trust, integrity, collaboration and personal responsibility. The Radiation Safety Specialist plays a key role in this team, dedicated to ensuring that this commitment is sustained.

Duties

• Preparing technical reports regarding radiation safety including but not limited to shielding reports, dose reconstruction and assessment from unplanned events, and hazards/environmental assessments related to radioactive material and radiation emitting devices
• Assist the Radiation Safety Officers (RSO) in ensuring compliance with the radiation safety program at the UHN, in accordance with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Regulations, provincial x-ray safety regulations and UHN radiation safety polices;
• Assisting the RSO with investigating and reporting, as well as with initial assistance to radiation safety needs and initial response to emergencies;
• Assists in the development, delivery and evaluation of radiation safety courses, guidelines and documents specific to UHN employees and other interested parties as required
• Providing basic radiation protection information to all staff in radiation work areas;
• Acting as a contact on internal radiation matters;
• Assisting in the management of a comprehensive electronic database of radiation safety related activities and items;
• Assisting in the provision of technical services;
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.

Qualifications

• At a minimum, Bachelor of Science in a relevant scientific discipline (i.e. Health and Radiation Physics, Medical Physics, Radiation Biology) from a recognized institution with 3 years experience, or recognized equivalent program in an imaging discipline (i.e. Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy) with 5 years experience, or recognized equivalent
• Three (3) - five (5) years of recent, related professional operational radiation safety experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Previous experience as a NEW (Nuclear Energy Worker) or x-ray work an asset
• Must have knowledge of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, its regulations and guidelines and the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Acts and its regulations.
• Knowledge of Ontario x-ray safety regulations an asset
• Ability to pay critical attention to detail to facilitate accuracy and completeness in the work process required
• Excellent interpersonal, report writing and communication skills
• Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills; ability to organize work and set priorities
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Word and database applications
• Experience with teaching and training of staff preferred
• Experience working in healthcare and a teaching hospital environment an asset

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 compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TCC and UHN shuttle service
• 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.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

UHN thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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