Radiation Therapy Clinical Educator

University Health Network•Toronto, ON

43d•CA$48 - CA$70•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Medicine Program (RMP) is committed to personalized cancer care in order to improve patient experience and outcomes. This requires innovation that will drive major changes in practice and the way we deliver care. As an integral member of the Radiation Medicine Program (RMP) Radiation Therapy (RT) Leadership Team, the main responsibilities of the RT Clinical Educator include utilizing relevant educational theories and demonstrating high standards of clinical practice knowledge. This role facilitates the optimal delivery of the departmental RT Education Program within RMP, which provides and facilitates clinical training and education initiatives for qualified radiation therapists and undergraduate students in the Medical Radiation Sciences Program at the University of Toronto. The educator develops, designs, coordinates, and delivers training and education programs related to the development, evaluation, and implementation of new techniques/equipment and new treatment modalities, supporting the care mandate of RMP. They maintain current awareness of new developments in radiation therapy to improve knowledge and enhance care quality, ensuring the continuing education and ongoing professional and personal skills development of RT staff, RMP learners, and themselves. This includes assessing and identifying continuing education needs. The role also involves assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating patient education programs, including learning resources, across the organization, utilizing research data to advocate for excellent and holistic care. Participation in quality programs and initiatives of RMP, practicing and ensuring Continuous Quality Improvement, and contributing to staff recruitment, selection, and retention strategies are also key aspects. The educator acts as a leader/role model and a resource, performing other duties consistent with the job classification as required.

Requirements

BSc in Radiation Therapy
Completion of a recognized Master's degree program in Science or Education
5 years' experience in area of practice
Previous leadership experience
Previous experience with design of education courses
Teaching/coaching experience
Hold, or be eligible to obtain, certification with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO)
Be a member of, or eligible for membership in, the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)
All candidates must be able to function with proficiency in English
Excellent teaching skills required
Effective verbal and written communication skills required
Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving skills required
Effective interpersonal and customer service skills required
Effective organizational, prioritization, and time management skills required
Demonstrated expertise in adult education required
Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act; Healing Arts Radiation Protection Act; Regulated Health Professions Act, and other relevant legislation required
Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (W.H.M.I.S.) required
Computer literacy required
Ability to be flexible in dealing with all levels of staff within the organization
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance with UHN standards
Exercise initiative and good judgement with the ability to multi-task
Compliance with confidentiality requirements
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
Demonstrated effective collaboration skills

Responsibilities

Utilizes relevant educational theories and demonstrates high standards of clinical practice knowledge
Facilitates the optimal delivery of the departmental RT Education Program within RMP, which provides and facilitates clinical training and education initiatives for qualified radiation therapists and undergraduate students in the Medical Radiation Sciences Program at the University of Toronto
Develops, designs, coordinates and delivers training and education programs related to the development, evaluation and implementation of new techniques/equipment and new treatment modalities, which supports the delivery of the care mandate of RMP
Maintains current awareness of new development in the field of radiation therapy to improve level/scope of knowledge and to enhance the quality of care provided, in order to ensure the continuing education and on-going professional and personal skills development of RT staff, RMP learners and self, including assessing and identifying continuing education needs of RT staff and RMP learners
Assesses, develops, implements and evaluates patient education programs, including learning resources, across the organization
Utilizes research data in this process to advocate for excellent and holistic care for patients and families in all levels of the health care system
Participates in quality programs and initiatives of RMP while practicing and ensuring Continuous Quality Improvement
Contributes to the recruitment and selection of staff and staff retention strategies
Acts as a leader/role model, and a resource performing other duties consistent with the job classification as required

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages, with a salary range of CAD $48.00–$70.27 per hour (CAD $93,600–$136,526 annually)
Comprehensive health benefits, including extended medical and dental coverage
Vision care coverage
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) — a defined benefit pension plan
Paid vacation and other leave entitlements in accordance with UHN policy
Professional development support and opportunities for advancement within a large, multi-site organization
Flexible work environment
Transit access — close proximity to TTC and UHN shuttle service
Additional perks, including corporate discounts on travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance, and on-site gym access