Medical Radiation Technologist I

Alberta Health Services; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Cochrane is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist I to perform standard radiographic examinations and produce high-quality images for diagnostic review. You will interpret requisitions, prepare patients, and assist with equipment maintenance across general, portable, mobile, surgical suite and fluoroscopy procedures where required.

The position is 0.50 FTE on a temporary part-time basis with rotation shifts and a posted end date.

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).
• Previous experience in appropriate imaging modality is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard radiological imaging examinations.
• Interpret physician requisitions and prepare patients for examinations.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images for review by physician/radiologist.
• Assist with care and maintenance of imaging equipment.
• Work across general, portable, mobile, surgical suite, and fluoroscopy procedures as required.

Education

Diploma in Medical Radiation Technology (MRT)

ACMDTT registration eligibility

BCLS-HCP certification

Job description

The position will be General Radiography and is responsible for providing and performing the highest quality service possible to the clients of Diagnostic Imaging Services. This is done in an effective, efficient, and safe manner. As a member of the Diagnostic Imaging team this position is responsible for working all shifts, as assigned.

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: Medical Radiation Tech I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging
• Primary Location: Cochrane Community Health Ctr
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 14-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 02-MAY-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 5
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.74
• Maximum Salary: $51.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Medical Radiation Tech I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging
• Primary Location: Cochrane Community Health Ctr
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 14-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 02-MAY-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 5
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• 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:

Previous experience in appropriate imaging modality is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

General knowledge of computers. Good organizational skills & ability to assume responsibility. Good interpersonal & communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a successful team. Show initiative, good judgment, & concern for detail & accuracy. Demonstrate tact & courtesy in dealing with patients, staff, & physicians. Ability to work under pressure & in emergencies.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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