Forensic Imaging Technologist

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Advanced Imaging Expertise at the Core of Forensic Investigation

Join the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service as a Forensic Imaging Technologist. In this specialized role, you'll be at the forefront of postmortem diagnostics, capturing high-resolution images that help unravel the mysteries behind sudden and unexpected deaths across the province.

Working alongside forensic pathologists, you'll be responsible for the acquisition of high-quality advanced postmortem imaging to support autopsies and assist with the identification of human remains. Your work will provide important contributions to investigations that impact families, communities and the justice system.

If you're ready to apply your expertise to transform technology into truth - where every scan reveals a story and each image holds the potential to unlock critical insights into causes of death - we invite you to join our team!

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About the job

• Postmortem Imaging Acquisition: perform high-quality X-ray and CT or MRI imaging of deceased individuals, ensuring accurate post-processing and archiving in support of medicolegal investigations
• Image Quality Evaluation and Protocol Optimization: assess and adjust imaging parameters to meet diagnostic standards, adapting protocols to the unique conditions of postmortem imaging
• Identification Support: produce comparative imaging to assist forensic pathologists and coroners in identifying unknown individuals
• Equipment Oversight and Maintenance: coordinate with vendors and management to ensure imaging equipment is maintained, calibrated, and functioning safely and effectively
• Health, Safety and Compliance: uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance in the imaging environment, particularly in handling decomposed or infectious remains
• Education and Knowledge Sharing: contribute to internal training and external educational initiatives related to forensic radiography, imaging safety, and best practices

Want to learn more about this opportunity?

Join us for a virtual information session on Thursday September 4, 2025 from 2:30PM to 3:30PM EST where you will have a chance to find out more about the job, the team and the Branch.

Be sure to add this event to your calendar so you don't miss out!

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 275 533 411 416 6

If you can't make it – no problem. Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.

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What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirement

• You have a CAMRT (Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists) certification with MRT (R) designation

Complementary skills (not mandatory)
• You have a College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) licence in good standing
• You have an Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences (OAMRS) licence in good standing
• You have a CAMRT (Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists) certification with MRT (MR) designation

Technical knowledge and expertise

You can:
• apply knowledge of x-ray and CT or MRI procedures, techniques, including quality control and troubleshooting skills to provide forensic imaging services in support of death investigations
• assess image quality and adjust protocols to meet diagnostic standards in complex postmortem cases
• oversee and coordinate preventative maintenance of imaging equipment, ensuring optimal performance and timely issue resolution
• develop, implement and refine imaging protocols and standard operating procedures to meet evolving forensic needs

Analytical and evaluation skills

You can:
• evaluate case history and investigative context to select appropriate imaging protocols
• troubleshoot imaging artifacts
• identify, mitigate and report safety concerns in compliance with legislative and regulatory compliance

Consultative and communication skills

You can:
• document imaging tasks using organizational software and maintain accurate records and statistics
• communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders, including drafting and presenting technical content
• deliver educational and safety presentations related to field of expertise
• develop and lead internal education sessions and deliver presentations on imaging related topics

Research skills

• You can participate in and contribute to research projects undertaken by Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS) pathologists and researchers

Problem solving and time management skills

You have the ability to:
• adjust workflow in line with fluctuating case volume
• prioritize tasks, manage time, support personnel and equipment related resources

Application Instructions

Please include a copy of your valid CAMRT certificate with MRT (R) designation with your cover letter and resume and upload as one document in the application button. Those who do not submit a valid CAMRT certificate will not be considered in the screening process.

Important note
This position will require you to have the ability to safely position and transfer bodies in a dignified manner (working in pairs) between imaging tables and the body storage gurneys

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Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer  accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please  contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

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What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

This role comes with the option to participate in a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counselling services

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Additional information:

Note:

• About security checks:
  A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
  If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
  Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
• T-SL-232520/25(3)

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How to apply:

1. You must apply online.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.