Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist

Days; Monday to Friday

As a part of a Regional Cancer Program, the Radiation Therapy / Treatment Planning Department of the Juravinski Cancer Centre is an expanding program that provides state-of-the-art planning, simulation and treatment for both external beam radiation and brachytherapy as well as comprehensive support for Radiation Therapy patients. The department includes a School of Radiation Therapy and a treatment and administrative staff that include Radiation Therapists, Treatment Planners, Clinical and Radiation Therapy Education Coordinators, Mould Room Technicians, Health Care Aides, Nurses Clerks and Secretaries. 
Currently, there are 3 CT Simulators, 1 MRI Simulator, state-of-the-art treatment planning system, 10 Varian Linear Accelerators including True Beam and Halcyon units, one Ortho-Voltage machine, an HDR Brachytherapy suite, and a CyberKnife unit.

1. Qualified Radiation Therapist Registered with College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) 
2. Current OAMRS and CAMRT Membership
3. Minimum 5 years' experience in the field of Radiation Therapy 
4. Completion or enrolled in a Masters Level or higher degree in a relevant area of study 
5. Current BCLS certification with ongoing re-certification mandatory
6. Proven leadership skills 
7. Demonstration of research experience 
8. Able to work independently with a minimum of direction 
9. Excellent technical, communication, interpersonal, organizational, patient assessment, critical analysis and problem solving skills 
10. Demonstrated adaptability, flexibility, compassion, initiative when dealing with patients/families
11. Strong knowledge of oncology including indicators, treatment planning, imaging, etc., physiology, disease progression and management of radiation therapy related side effects 
12. Awareness of legislation relevant to the position 
13. Willing to work towards APRT(T) certification with the CAMRT 

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.  

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at , Ext for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note\: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement

Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement

Article b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement

Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement

Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

The Clinical Specialist Radiation Therapist (CSRT) is a registered Radiation Therapist who has acquired advanced knowledge and skills through a combination of workplace learning, formal courses and professional development activities. The CSRT will work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance radiation therapy practice and patient-focused outcomes for patients undergoing radiation treatment through expanded, direct and comprehensive care, education, research, professional practice, and organizational leadership. They are a highly competent, self-regulated academic practitioner permitting autonomous clinical practice in the management of patients undergoing radiation treatment within their specialty. The CSRT will also be responsible for developing a portfolio of clinically relevant research.