Medical Radiation Technologist I

Alberta Health Services; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Grande Prairie seeks a Medical Radiation Technologist I to perform radiographic imaging, interpret requisitions, and prepare patients for examinations. The role involves collaboration with physicians and radiologists to deliver high-quality images for diagnostic assessment.

The position supports general radiography, fluoroscopy and related procedures, with opportunities to work across imaging modalities within a state-of-the-art hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Perform standard radiological imaging examinations to aid diagnosis.
• Interpret physician requisitions and prepare patients for examinations.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images for review by physicians/radiologists.
• Assist with care and maintenance of radiology equipment and conduct various procedures as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

Diploma MRT program

ACMDTT registration

BCLS-HCP

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Your Opportunity

You’re observant, with strong attention to detail and the ability to perceive nuanced changes in scans. Alberta Health Services (AHS) is now seeking such a person for the role of Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) at the new, state-of-the-art Grande Prairie Regional Hospital, which opened in 2021. Make a difference by collaborating with other healthcare professionals to diagnose, monitor, and manage a range of health conditions. Discover the supportive, continuously evolving workplace culture in Diagnostic Imaging in Grande Prairie, where individuals have a healthy work/life balance and the room to grow and develop as their team provides Radiography, Fluoroscopy, Interventional Radiography, Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, MRI, and Computed Tomography. This 243-bed facility also houses a Regional Cancer Centre and serves approximately 300,000 residents of Grande Prairie and the surrounding area. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Grande Prairie is in the heart of the Peace Country. Grande Prairie is a vibrant, youthful, and multicultural city and the largest in Northern Alberta, but you can get most places you need to go within about 15 minutes! Discover everything you need for a modern lifestyle with a strong local economy and all the essential amenities, educational options, shops, and services, with plenty of recreation opportunities for all ages. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of their Return for Service. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.

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.

Classification

• Classification: Medical Radiation Tech I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging, General Radiography
• Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 01-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 11-SEP-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 30
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.74
• Maximum Salary: $51.02
• 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

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with physicians, nurses, allied health staff, and other hospital departments.
• Evidence of effective decision making and collaboration working with others in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Connect Care or other electronic health record systems.
• Previous experience in a Regional Hospital setting.