Audiovisual Assistant II

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Education Technology and Media Services/Broadcasting Operations
Reports to: Manager
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: A0:04
Hours: Up to 22.5 per week
Salary: $19.63 to $24.54 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Status: Casual
Closing Date: October 2, 2024

Position Summary

As an integral member of the Education Technologies & Media Services (ETMS) team, the Audiovisual Assistant II is responsible for assisting the AV Specialist with distributing, setting up, and dismantling audiovisual (AV) equipment across University Health Network (UHN) sites and offsite locations. The role also involves troubleshooting and maintaining AV equipment, keeping an up-to-date inventory, and supporting other related AV tasks as required. Additional duties include cross-functional tasks as assigned or requested.

Duties

• Distribution, Setup, and Dismantling of Audiovisual Equipment
  • Assist AV Specialist with the distribution, setup, and dismantling of AV equipment across UHN departments and offsite locations.
  • Handle incoming inquiries and bookings, and notify appropriate personnel.
  • Set up and dismantle AV equipment, ensuring proper testing and operational functionality.
  • Distribute equipment to various departments and locations.
  • Support AV Specialist with video and still camera operation as needed.
  • Assist with lighting setups and video editing tasks as required.
• Troubleshooting and Equipment Maintenance
  • Inspect and test AV equipment regularly.
  • Report equipment issues to the AV Specialist.
  • Provide on-site support for minor equipment repairs when possible.
• Inventory Maintenance
  • Conduct CRB inventories and document equipment usage, notifying the AV Specialist of any shortages or deficiencies.
  • Perform AV stock inventories as requested.
• Cross-Functional Duties and Additional Support
  • Assist with internal chargebacks and external billing processes.
  • Provide after-hours and off-site support for special events as required.
• Occupational Health & Safety Compliance
  • Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies, and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner.

• At a minimum, completion of high school, with post-secondary education in Audio Visual Technology, Electronics, or a related field preferred.
• At minimum, over 2 year and up to 5 years practical and related experience

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.