Assistant, Diagnostic Imaging

Peterborough Regional Health Centre; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks

On-site gym

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Peterborough Regional Health Centre in Peterborough, ON, is seeking an Assistant, Diagnostic Imaging. The role supports the MRT and prepares patients and equipment before, during and after imaging procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.

You will review schedules and requisitions, position patients, assist with IVs when certified, document appropriately, and communicate with the healthcare team to coordinate patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year completion of a recognized medical diagnostic program (e.g. Medical Radiation Technologist) or other recognized health care discipline (e.g. allied health or nursing).
• Preference will be given to MRT students.
• Health related course work preferred.

Responsibilities

• The MIA supports the patient experience by assisting the MRT as they prepare patients and equipment before, during and after the imaging process, ensuring patient comfort and safety and coordinating with the health care team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Completion of recognized medical diagnostic program or related health care discipline

Job description

POSTING END DATE:

2026-11-29

Position:

Assistant, Diagnostic Imaging

Department:

MI Radiography

Position Status:

Permanent

Time Type:

Part time

Union:

OPSEU PARAMEDICAL 373 (Ontario Public Service Employees Union Paramedical 373)

Location:

Peterborough, ON

Language:

English

Salary Range:

$32.11 - $37.02

per hour

THE PRHC DIFFERENCE:Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.
With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.
PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers.
As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.
PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

What We Offer
We’re committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:

• A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position
• Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
• Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
• On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth

HOURS OF WORK:
The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The MIA is responsible for supporting the patient experience by assisting the MRT as they prepare patients and equipment prior to, during and following the imaging process. He/she cares for patients by answering questions and preparing them for imaging procedures. It is his/her job to ensure that patients are comfortable and at ease during the imaging process. Preparation includes reviewing schedules and requisitions, physically positioning patients, inserting IVs when certified, and completing patient documentation as appropriate. He/she also communicates with other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Minimum 1 year completion of recognized medical diagnostic program (e.g. Medical Radiation Technologist) or other recognized health care discipline (for example, allied health or nursing)
• Preference will be given to MRT students
• Health related course work preferred

WHO YOU ARE:

• Demonstrates respect for client’s privacy and confidentiality
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professional work ethics
• Maintains knowledge of current legislation as it pertains to professional practice
• Possesses and continually acquires knowledge relevant to maintain professional development in designated areas
• Portrays critical thinking skills through sound decision-making processes
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, and practices
• Shares knowledge and expertise with patients/families and other professionals through a variety of teaching strategies
• Provides a theory-based rationale for decisions
• Proactive in coordinating education opportunities within the organization
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality and personal health information as per the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA) and hospital policies.
• Maintains skills/knowledge by attending educational sessions and keeping informed of Health Centre policies and procedures.
• Models PRHC Mission, Vision and Values
• Demonstrates both independent and multidisciplinary work ethics
• Demonstrates exemplary organizational/time management skills
• Excellent verbal communication and documentation skills
• Demonstrates sensitivity and empathy to patients/patient families
• Demonstrates ability to work with community partners, physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Exemplary attendance with the ability to exceed organizational standard
• Ability to function in a fast-past paced environment
• Good computer skills

This position is for a future forecasted vacancy.

OUR COMMITMENT:
At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.