Medical Radiation Tech I

Alberta Health Services; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Canada is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) I to perform imaging examinations and produce diagnostic images. You will assess patients, work in various shifts, and assist with equipment care. The ideal candidate has an MRT diploma, is registered or eligible for registration with ACMDTT, and possesses essential skills like communication, judgment, and a strong attention to detail. Availability for all shifts is required, and physical demands include lifting patients and supplies over 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Completion of diploma from an accredited Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• 3 years experience in an acute care setting and/or trauma center.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard technical radiological imaging examinations.
• Prepare and assess patients for examination.
• Produce high quality diagnostic images.
• Assist with the care and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and decision-making

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Diploma from an accredited MRT program

Job description

Your Opportunity: Description

As a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) I, you will perform a variety of standard technical radiological imaging examinations on patients for the purpose of disease and pathology diagnosis. You will interpret physician requisitions, prepare and assess patients for examination and produce high quality diagnostic images for Physician/Radiologist review, and assist with the care and maintenance of equipment. Your work may include a variety of procedures such as general and portable radiography, mobile and surgical suite examinations, as well as fluoroscopy where required.

Job Details

• Classification: Medical Radiation Tech I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging / GR
• Primary Location: Sturgeon Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 12-JAN-2026
• Temporary End Date: 10-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 40
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $37.61
• Maximum Salary: $49.53
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of diploma from an accredited Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) program. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you will have demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. You possess strong judgment and decision-making abilities, along with a keen attention to detail and accuracy in your work. You have experience working with trauma and acute care patients. You thrive in high-pressure environments with shifting priorities and are committed to continuously enhancing your knowledge and skills in the field. Collaboration is essential, and you must be able to work effectively with various healthcare disciplines, fostering respect and partnership. This role requires flexibility, including availability for all shifts; days, evenings, nights and weekends. Additionally, you must be capable of performing all physical components of the job, such as pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, twisting, and lifting, carrying, or transferring patients and supplies over 50 lbs. The position also requires wearing lead aprons at various times throughout your shift.

Preferred Qualifications

3 years experience in an acute care setting and/or trauma center. Connect Care and Provincial Enterprise Imaging access trained.