Medical Radiation Technologist III

Alberta Health Services; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) III to lead and advance the Diagnostic Imaging Quality Assurance program across the province. In this role you will provide leadership for imaging processes and workflows, implement standard practices, and support staff, radiologists and students with expert guidance to enhance patient safety and service reliability.

You will serve as the operational lead for the QA team, act as the primary Clinical Preceptor for MRT

Qualifications

• Diploma in Medical Radiation Technology from an accredited program.
• Active or eligible for ACMDTT registration; BCLS-HCP certification.
• Minimum five years’ experience as a technologist; teaching/precepting experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Diagnostic Imaging QA program provincially.
• Plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate educational activities and improvement opportunities.
• Provide guidance to management, staff, radiologists and students on imaging processes/workflows.
• Lead operational supervision of a staff team within the radiology department.
• Act as lead Clinical Preceptor for MRT students and liaison to Radiologists.

Skills

Teaching / precepting

Quality improvement

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Medical Radiation Technology

ACMDTT registration eligible

BCLS-HCP certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Reporting to the Quality Assurance and Education manager for the provincial Diagnostic Imaging Quality, Safety and Education portfolio, this position is responsible for providing leadership and guidance for diagnostic imaging processes/workflows to advance and standardize at a provincial level. This is a provincial position with no direct supervision of a staff team, and the successful applicant may be located anywhere in the province.As a Quality Assurance Specialist, this position is responsible for the development and maintenance of the Diagnostic Imaging Quality Assurance (QA) program and for the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of educational activities and improvement opportunities identified by the QA Team. This position requires application of in-depth knowledge and expertise to act as a resource for diagnostic imaging management, staff, radiologists and students to identify innovative solutions and provide advice and direction for solving problems related to diagnostic imaging processes/workflows.

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.

• Classification: Medical Radiation Tech III
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging- Quality Assurance
• Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
• Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 13-DEC-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.76
• Maximum Salary: $57.72
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Medical Radiation Tech III
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging- Quality Assurance
• Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
• Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 13-DEC-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.76
• Maximum Salary: $57.72
• 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 of five years’ experience as a technologist. Prior experience facilitating, instructing, developing learning, pprecepting, and/or teaching. Practical experience with Diagnostic Imaging quality initiatives. Work effectively both independently and within a team environment. Experience collaborating and working effectively with technical, medical, and administrative personnel, and fostering relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Coaching and mentoring skills to foster an environment of collaboration and effective teamwork. Strong, adaptive communication skills utilizing a variety of modalities (verbal, written, active listening). Proficient computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office Suite [MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint]). Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize workload, and balance competing demands. Evidence of thoroughness, concern for accuracy, and attention to detail in performing tasks. Compassionate and caring attitude, and focused patient and family centered care. Travel will be required, must possess valid driver’s license to conduct business at any AHS site.

Preferred Qualifications:

Process improvement courses and/or certification. Training/courses in leadership, conflict resolution, change management and communication. Equivalences of education and experience will be considered.

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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South Zone, Lethbridge, Chinook Regional Hospital

South Zone, Lethbridge, Chinook Regional Hospital

South Zone, Lethbridge, Chinook Regional Hospital