Radiation Safety Specialist - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Description

Radiation Safety Specialist
Posting #
:917440

Site:
Toronto General Hospital

Reports to:
Manager, Radiation Safety Services

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary:
$ $42.67 per hour

Status:
Permanent Full-Time

Shifts:
Days

Posted Date:
April 13, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", 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 "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's 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 xray 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 xray 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 xray 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 problemsolving skills
Effective organizational and time management skills; ability to organize work and set priorities
Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
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, parkin