Radiation Safety Officer (Canada)

Radiation Safety Officer (Canada)

28 Oct
|
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
|
Canada

28 Oct

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

Canada

Position Details

Job Number:

JR02469

Department:

Nuclear Medicine

Job Type:

Regular, Full time

Work Environment:

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

1

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

$47.03 - $59.29

Schedule

Work Days:

Monday to Friday, Occasional Weekends

Time of Day:

Afternoons, Days

Shift:

Hours - 7.5, Various Rotating

Shift Start: (If applicable)

Reason for Posting:

Posting is for a new role

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-10-20

Closing Date:

2026-10-27

Job Description

Position Summary

The Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Department is a fast-paced environment that requires a Registered Medical Radiation Technologist (Nuclear Medicine) [MRT(NM)] to provide technologist leadership in the dual capacity of Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and Radioligand Therapy (RLT) Program Coordinator.

Working closely with department management, the Nuclear Medicine Citywide Chief, the Integrated Radiation Safety Program, McMaster Medical Physics, physicians, staff, and external partner organizations, this individual will provide leadership, oversight, and accountability for the organization’s radiation safety program. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) legislation and regulations, as well as the specific conditions of licences held by the organization for the use of radioactive materials and radiation devices in both clinical and research applications. In addition, the incumbent will coordinate the safe, compliant, efficient, and patient-centered delivery of the Radioligand Therapy Program, supporting operational excellence and adherence to regulatory requirements while advancing high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

- Registration in good standing with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) in Nuclear Medicine is required
- Minimum five years of experience in Nuclear Medicine
- Member of CAMRT preferred
- BCLS certification required
- Knowledge and experience with peripheral Intravenous catheter insertion
- CAMRT Specialty Certificate in CT imaging is an asset
- Experience in Radiation Safety, and Radioligand Therapy an asset
- Excellent work performance, attendance record and punctuality required
- Ability to work accurately and multi-task under stressful conditions
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, adapt quickly, and remain flexible in response to changing priorities and operational requirements
- Excellent organization and time management skills demonstrated
- Proven effective verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with training and teaching of staff
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
- Proficiency computer applications, including Microsoft excel and email
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development
- Must be able to work various shifts and weekends as needed

Responsibilitie s

- Working with the Manager of Nuclear Medicine and PET, provides operational leadership for the Radioligand Therapy Program, coordinating patient care activities, resource utilization, and workflow processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery.
- Organizes and coordinates resources and workload to ensure efficient and timely care to patients.
- Functions as the Radiation Safety Officer leading and continuously improving the radiation protection program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality assurance activities, documentation and staff education in partnership with the Program Chief and Integrated Radiation Safety Committee (IRSC).
- Acts as a liaison to McMaster medical physics and associated regulatory bodies.
- Ensures compliance with CNSC regulations, licensing requirements, regulatory inspections, audits, and documentation related to the safe handling, administration, and storage of Radiopharmaceuticals.
- Develops radiation safety procedures, work instructions, policies and training programs.
- Ensures compliance with ALARA principles.
- Administers personnel dosimetry program, monitors and tracks occupational doses; investigates and reports dose-related concerns; performs dose assessments; and recommends exposure reduction strategies.
- Coordinates and maintains staff records for the designation of Nuclear Energy Workers (RECENT), in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and organizational procedures.
- Ensures Departmental compliance with applicable Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirem

📌 Radiation Safety Officer (Canada)
🏢 St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Canada

Reply to this offer

Impress this employer describing Your skills and abilities, fill out the form below and leave Your personal touch in the presentation letter.

Subscribe to this job alert:

Get the latest job offers by email for: radiation safety officer (canada) / canada

Subscribe to this job alert:

Get the latest job offers by email for: radiation safety officer (canada) / canada