Medical Radiation Technologist III

Alberta Health Services; Grande Prairie; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Radiation Technologist III to lead quality control initiatives within the Diagnostic Imaging department. This role involves supervising a dynamic team, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of imaging equipment, and fostering a culture of quality improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient safety, while also engaging in collaborative decision-making processes. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of diploma from an accredited Medical Radiation Technologist program.
• Active or eligible for registration with ACMDTT.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and work processes in the radiology department.
• Lead Clinical Preceptor for MRT students and liaise with Radiologist.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Quality Control

Leadership

Risk Analysis

Crisis Management

Education

Diploma from accredited MRT program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Calendar

Internet

Job description

Your Opportunity:

This position reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Radiation Safety Manager and is responsible for maintaining a quality control program within the Department of Diagnostic Imaging (DI) under the guidance of the medical physicist and AHS Radiation Inspection Agency (RIA). In addition to the Quality Control (QC) technologist’s home site, this position also provides quality control services to assigned/additional AHS sites as required. Working closely with a varied group of individuals, the QC technologist will ensure that the DI equipment functions in a safe and effective manner. Additionally, the QC technologist works in conjunction with technology management in regard to DI equipment service and installation by providing expertise in the areas of image quality, radiation safety, equipment safety and applications. The QC technologist will actively assist with Risk Management to provide Safety and Quality Improvement activities as required by the sites’ needs. This positions home site is preferred to be Grande Prairie but is negotiable within the north zone.

Description:

As a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) III, you will be responsible for the operational supervision of a staff team and work processes of a radiology department or program/function. You will act as the lead Clinical Preceptor for MRT students and primary liaison to the area Radiologist. Your work can include establishing and maintaining adequate levels of supplies and materials for the department and administering quality control assurance programs.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Medical Radiation Tech III Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging Provincial Quality Control Program Diagnostic Imaging - Quality Safety and Education Primary Location: Grande Prairie Rgnl Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 12-MAY-2025 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 02-JUN-2025 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $40.96 Maximum Salary: $52.83 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:

Minimum 3 years of previous experience in a relevant radiation field; experience with quality control activities would be an asset. Demonstrates good interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, proven organization skills. Must be reliable, alert, accurate, capable of working independently and with a team possessing good judgment and initiative. Experience working in specialized areas such as, CT, IR and teaching is an asset. Travel outside the city or zone will be required for equipment support and training.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong quality mindset including safety champion, just culture, and lean/six sigma principles. Strong leadership capability with demonstrated ability to work effectively with all staff. Promotes collaborative decision-making processes and excellent interpersonal communication skills. Expertise in risk analysis and crisis management with creativity and vision to anticipate problems and solutions. Working knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Email, Calendar, internet.