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 Park Healthcare 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.UHN's vision is to build A Healthier World and it's only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.www.Uhn.CaUnion: Non-UnionNumber of Positions: 1New or Replacement: ReplacementSite: Toronto General HospitalDepartment: Medical Imaging, Radiation Safety ServicesReports to: Manager, Radiation Safety ServicesHours:37.5 hours per weekSalary: $40.32 - $50.40 per hourShifts: Days, evenings, and weekends, as requiredStatus: Permanent Full TimeClosing Date: October 25, 2026Position SummaryThe Radiation Safety Specialist designated to provide a number of radiation related services within the University Health Network, Sinai Health Systems and Women's College Hospital (and affiliated locations). Our priority is to ensure patient and worker safety in the presence of x-ray equipment and ionizing x-ray radiation, working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contraventions of the Act.DutiesAssist 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 policesPreparing 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 devicesAssisting the RSO with investigating and reporting, as well as with initial assistance to radiation safety needs and initial response to emergenciesAssists in the development, delivery and evaluation of radiation safety courses, guidelines and documents specific to UHN employees and other interested parties as requiredProvides operational supports to programs related to work approvals/permit activities, radioactive material orders and deliveries, inventory controls, leak testing, instrument calibrations, dosimetry assignments and exposure reviews, internal audits and inspections, and waste managementWorks with the Radiation Safety Officers and Radiation Safety Staff to prepare annual reports and license applications, as required by regulatory bodiesPromotes and advocates the radiation safety culture throughout UHN to ensure compliance with regulations and internationally accepted QA guidelines and the safe implementation of new technologies/techniquesAssisting in the management of a comprehensive electronic database of radiation safety related activities and itemsWorks in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contravention's of the Act, in a timely mannerBachelor of Science in a relevant scientific discipline (i.E. Health & Radiation Physics, Medical Physics, Radiation Biology) from a recognized institution, or recognized equivalent program in a relevant imaging discipline (i.E. Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy)Minimum two (2)years of recent, related qualified operational radiation safety experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experienceKnowledge of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and regulations, Transportationof Dangerous Goods Acts and its regulationsExperience with teaching and training of staff,



preferredAbility to pay critical attention to detail to facilitate accuracy and completeness in the work processExcellent interpersonal, report writing and communication skillsExcellent problem recognition and problem-solving skillsEffective organizational,time management and prioritizationskillsDemonstrated commitment to continuing educationProficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Word and database applicationsExperience working in healthcare and a teaching hospital environment, an assetPrevious experience as a NEW (Nuclear Energy Worker) or x-ray work, an assetNuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy related education, an assetOntario x-ray safety regulations, an assetWhy 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 offer packagesGovernment organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.Com/)Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle serviceA flexible work environmentOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional 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.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.

📌 Radiation Safety Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Toronto