A leading provider of diagnostic imaging services, Insight Medical Imaging connects in a meaningful way with our patients, physicians, and employees. With over 650 employees and 20 locations, Insight provides services in Edmonton and surrounding regions, as well as in Fort McMurray.
Insight is currently seeking Radiopharmacy Specialists to join our dynamic and expanding team. These are full time, permanent positions based out of our Unity Square clinic, with an anticipated start date of October 2026.
We connect in a meaningful way with:
- Our Patients – being part of every touchpoint in their journey and making them feel comfortable during a situation that can often be unknown and scary.
- Our Physicians – by building a relationship and working together to come up with a timely and accurate diagnosis.
- Our Employees – by creating an approachable environment that encourages professional development and growth.
Insight offers:
- Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Flex Days
- RRSP Matching
- Educational Allowance
- Employer Paid Benefits
- Healthcare Spending Account
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Receive, verify, and document radioactive materials and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Elute radionuclide generators and prepare radiopharmaceutical kits using aseptic technique.
- Calculate, measure, dispense, label, and verify radiopharmaceutical doses.
- Perform and document generator, dose calibrator, radiochemical purity, and other required QC testing.
- Maintain complete production, dispensing, QC, inventory, and lot/expiry records.
- Order and monitor radiopharmaceuticals, generators, kits, and supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready hot lab and ensure equipment is functional.
- Conduct contamination surveys, radiation monitoring, and radioactive waste disposal in accordance with CNSC requirements.
- Develop and maintain hot lab SOPs and ensure compliance with ALARA and radiation safety policies.
- Support quality improvement initiatives related to radiopharmaceutical production.
Note: the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of radiopharmaceutical production, radiation safety, and CNSC requirements.
- Excellent mathematical, organizational, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently, make sound decisions, and remain motivated and self-directed.
- Able to remain calm and effective in stressful or emotionally challenging situations.
- Skilled in the safe handling of radioactive materials, lead shielding, and shipping containers weighing up to 22 kg.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or degree in Laboratory Science, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences or related discipline.
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification (or ability to obtain)
- WHMIS certification (or ability to obtain)
- Experience in a radiopharmacy or hot lab environment preferred.
Insight Medical Imaging is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing and maintaining a fair, equitable, and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
