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__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Position: Radiation Safety Officer - XrayFile #: 2022-26628Status: Full Time (x1)Role Level: Allied Technical (AT09.5) $37.65 - $48.06Department: Diagnostic Imaging – Nuclear MedicineHours of Work/Shifts: 8 hour shifts - Monday to Friday, primarily days (on occasion may have to work evenings)Site: All sitesPosted: April 27, 2022Internal Deadline: May 4, 2022__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.Our Mission: A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier CommunityWhen we set out to build our vision and future, we connected with our community - patients, families, visitors, physicians, staff and volunteers. The foundational goals of our new strategic plan - quality, access and sustainability - anchor everything we do. Our mission for a new kind of health care is built on an inter-connected system of care organized around patients - inside and outside the hospital.At THP, we are relentless in providing high quality, compassionate care to our communities and take great pride in fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and we are all accountable for contributing to a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing and promoting excellence in patient care though advancing patient and staff safety. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated to improve the health of the community, committed to excellence, quality and patient safety we would like you to join our Better Together team!Are you ready to step up to the challenge of being a leader in your field of expertise Then bring your talents and passion to this evolving role in which you will be able to join an outstanding healthcare team, generating amazing results of creating a new kind of healthcare for a healthier community at Trillium Health Partners.Position Summary:

• Facilitates and monitors compliance with all regulatory requirements and all associated regulation recommendations. MOH and Health Canada
• Promote best practices for medical imaging for departmental and safety initiatives
• Works under the direction of the Radiation Protection Officer
• Maintains a database to ensure all equipment is HARP compliant
• Implements and monitors compliance to hospital and departmental policies
• Creates and maintains all aspects of the Diagnostic Imaging X-ray Safety Program to ensure regulatory compliance
• Designates employees, as needed, as Xray Workers
• Assists with the development and review of the Radiation Safety Manual
• Provides radiation education and training to all new X-ray workers in the Diagnostic Imaging Department as well as all other departments that operate X-ray machines for medical imaging procedures
• Organize and maintain the X-ray Worker Dosimetry program including education in proper use, distribution, collection, monitoring and shipment of personal radiation dosimeters and quarterly Radiation Exposure Reports
• Maintain a complete X-ray worker database across all THP sites and all areas where x-ray workers are employed.
• Review and manage all records of occupational radiation exposure
• Review and manage all abnormal exposures to staff and patients, including investigation and remedial steps to prevent recurrence
• Organize and maintain a Quality Assurance program for personal protective equipment including lead aprons/glasses and accessories
• Summarize the Radiation Dosimetry Exposure Reports and submit quarterly to the JHSC (OHSA)
• Organize, present and jointly chair the semi-annual Radiation Safety Committee meeting

Key Qualifications:

• Current and in good standing, C.M.R.I.T.O/CAMRT Registration
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an X-ray related Diagnostic Imaging Modality (General X-ray, Angiography, CT, Mammography, Bone Densitometry, Cardiac Angiography)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Radiation Safety role
• Bachelor of Science or Advanced Diploma in Medical Radiation Technology from an accredited College and/or University
• X-ray Safety Officer Certification required
• Joint Health and Safety Certification preferred
• Knowledge of non-ionizing radiation modalities such as Ultrasound and MRI
• Detailed knowledge of regulations and accreditation standards related to Radiation and Radiation Safety
• Knowledge of evidence-based guidelines for the appropriate use of ionizing radiation.
• Experience in the gathering, analysis, and presentation of data in order to promote change/improvement
• Demonstrated understanding of Quality Management Systems
• Demonstrated leadership ability in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication (written and oral) skills
• Strong, demonstrated computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to recent Continuing Education
• Strong, demonstrated commitment to enhancing the quality and sustainability of a Radiation Safety Program
• Excellent work ethic and attendance record

Internal candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.caTrillium Health Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing, based on our values compassion, excellence and courage. To be Better Together, we commit to fostering a respectful workplace culture that promotes a safe and supportive environment for everyone who provides care, supports caregiving, receives care or visits the hospital.In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.© Trillium Health Partners; 100 Queensway West; Mississauga, ON L5B 1B8; CANQuick Apply

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