Medical Radiation Technologist I

Job summary

The Medical Radiation Technologist I performs standard radiological imaging examinations, including general, portable, and surgical suite radiography. They also interpret physician requisitions, prepare patients for procedures, and provide diagnostic data to radiologists to assist in clinical diagnosis and patient management.

Job details

Your Opportunity: The Medical Radiation Technologist I (MRT I) position at ACH, operates in the specialized, highly technical environment of X-Ray. The MRT I, under limited supervision, assesses patients, analyzes and interprets diagnostic data, and provides information to the Radiologist to assist in diagnosis, clinical intervention and patient management. 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. These services are performed in an effective efficient and safe manner. 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: Alberta Children's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.70 Posting End Date: 24-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 12-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 31-JUL-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 42 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: Pediatric experience. Preferred Qualifications: Good organizational skills and ability to assume responsibility. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to cooperate, work independently and promote good teamwork. Perception, initiative, good judgment, and concern for detail and accuracy. Demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with patients, families, staff, and physicians. Ability to work under pressure and in emergencies.

What you’ll do

The Medical Radiation Technologist I performs standard radiological imaging examinations, including general, portable, and surgical suite radiography. They also interpret physician requisitions, prepare patients for procedures, and provide diagnostic data to radiologists to assist in clinical diagnosis and patient management.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma from an accredited Medical Radiation Technologist program and maintain active registration with the ACMDTT. Additionally, a current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS-HCP) certification and pediatric experience are required.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Diagnostic imaging
• Radiography
• Fluoroscopy
• Patient assessment
• Diagnostic data interpretation
• Equipment maintenance
• Basic cardiac life support
• Pediatric care
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Emergency response

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research