Technologist Assistant – Diagnostic Imaging

Scarborough Health Network

. Support medical imaging services across CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, ultrasound, x-ray and mammography .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeScarborough • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$25 - CA$32 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical imaging services, including CT, MRI, and ultrasound, while ensuring patient safety and effective communication with healthcare teams. Proficient in medical terminology, patient care, and maintaining compliance with safety protocols.

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Medical Imaging Services SupportPatient Care and HandlingMedical Terminology KnowledgeRadiation Safety and ALARA PrinciplesSterile Technique and Needle Safety

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Hard Skills

CT ImagingMRI ImagingNuclear MedicineUltrasoundX-RayMammographyPatient SchedulingIV InsertionDocumentation in RIS/PACSPositioning Techniques

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationJudgment and Decision Making

Certifications & Qualifications

CMIRTO Designation Pursuit

Industry Keywords

Radiation TechnologistRegulated Health ProfessionalPatient SafetyEnvironmental SafetyHealth & Safety Policy

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support medical imaging services across CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, ultrasound, x-ray and mammography
Coordinate inpatient and Emergency Department scan requests and patient scheduling
Communicate procedure preparation requirements to floor nurses and clinical teams
Review orders, bloodwork, protocols and exam priorities; report concerns to Technologists
Insert IVs where trained and competent and change MRI coils when required
Handle imaging equipment up to the point where registered technologist designation is not required
Answer and triage modality-area calls and respond to patient scan questions
Receive, verify, screen and prepare patients for imaging examinations
Assist with patient transfers, positioning, scanner entry and movement of IV lines
Support PUI/isolation cases and use appropriate PPE
Document examinations in RIS/PACS
Prepare scan rooms, maintain supplies and sterile fields, and move equipment into position
Enter accurate patient demographics in imaging systems
Assist Radiologists with procedures, including sterile procedures
Collaborate with regulated and unregulated healthcare professionals and perform other assigned duties
Follow patient and employee confidentiality and safety practices and report breaches, risks and incidents

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous clinical experience as a trained Radiation technologist or Internationally trained physicians or as a Regulated Health Professional
Pursuing designation with the CMIRTO
Strong knowledge in Medical Terminology and Anatomy (including Cross-Sectional) education and experienced with Positioning
Previous patient care and handling, ALARA, radiation safety, sterile technique and needle safety experience preferred
Demonstrated problem recognition and problem solving-skills
Demonstrated good organizational skills, ability to organize work and set priorities
Ability work independently or as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community
Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgement
Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area
Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
Demonstrates excellent work performance and attendance record

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Barrier-free and accessible employment practices
Accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process
Unionized position (OPSEU)