• Job Description

  Req#: 923323

  EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

  Technician 3
  Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention
  

  Position Description

  The Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention (TCTBI) is seeking a full-time, contract (12 months) rTMS Technician. The Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention at CAMH offers Canada’s most advanced and extensive brain stimulation program. Here, novel brain stimulation techniques are delivered to people with serious and persistent mental illness; effectively relieving symptoms with significantly fewer side-effects. The technician will report to the Clinic Manager and join a productive clinical research team investigating the use of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) for the treatment of various mental disorders. rTMS is a non-invasive form of brain stimulation used to treat symptoms of mental illness with a favourable adverse effect profile. The technician will be responsible for the administration of rTMS to inpatients and outpatients meeting under treatment protocols running in the Temerty Centre for Therapeutic Brain Intervention. rTMS will be applied as per the protocol outlined by one of the Brain Stimulation Psychiatrists. Further, the technician will participate in an rTMS certification process under the supervision of a Brain Stimulation Psychiatrist who will provide technical certification. Additional responsibilities will include independent patient recruitment and consent; education and dissemination of information about the studies to patients, families, and mental health professionals; data entry and clerical duties including maintenance of study files and health records. This position is currently located at 1001 Queen Street West.

  Qualifications

  Candidates must possess a Bachelors Degree in a health related field. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialization in Psychology. One year of experience interacting with clients is mandatory. The candidate must have basic first aid certification and maintain yearly certification. You must have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skill, and the ability to multitask are essential. Confidence in all components of Microsoft Office is required. Preference will be given to candidates with familiarity or expertise in mental health.

  Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

  Please Note: This full-time, contract (12 months) position is part of the OPSEU Bargaining Unit.

  Salary Range: $27.72 - $31.95 per hour
  

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  CAMH is a Tobacco-Free Organization.
  
  CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH’s teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.
  
  At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.
  
  CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).
  
  We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.
  

• About the company

  Canada's largest mental health teaching hospital and one of the world's leading research centres. Where Mental Health is Health.

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