Medical Radiation Technologist I

Your Opportunity: Drumheller is a town within the Red Deer River Valley. In the heart of the Canadian Badlands, the Drumheller Valley offers spectacular unique scenery and fascinating experiences within easy driving distance of Banff, Calgary, and Red Deer. The Diagnostic Imaging department offers general radiography, CT, and US service. There is opportunity to learn or enhance CT skills. The Medical Radiation Technician I position includes days, evenings, weekends and on-call with a 30-minute response time. Relocation assistance based on eligibility & availability. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $13,000, 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: Medical Radiation Tech I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging Primary Location: Drumheller Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.80 Posting End Date: 28-SEP-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 08-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 03-JAN-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 10 Shifts per cycle: 40 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, 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: Recent experience as a Medical Radiation Technologist performing procedures in general diagnostic imaging, including hospital affiliated training programs. Good organizational skills and ability to assume responsibility. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and promote good teamwork. Demonstrated initiative, good judgement and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and in emergencies. Ability to demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with patients, staff and physicians. Practices effective radiation protection, infection control and safety techniques as applicable. Proficient computer skills. Ability to adapt to many changes. Demonstrated desire and actions to further own knowledge relating to profession. Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and adapt to stressful situations using tact and diplomacy. Ability to interpret, explain and apply applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures. Receptive to new ideas and change. Preferred Qualifications: Recent mobile radiography experience. CT experience or enrollment/completion of CT courses.

Perform standard technical radiological imaging examinations to assist in disease and pathology diagnosis. Produce high-quality diagnostic images and maintain imaging equipment while ensuring patient safety and care.

Requires a diploma from an accredited MRT program and registration with the ACMDTT, along with current BCLS-HCP certification. Candidates should have experience in general diagnostic imaging and strong interpersonal skills.

• Relocation Assistance • Recruitment Incentive

• Time managementPreferred
• Clinical carePreferred
• TeamworkPreferred

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• General Radiography
• CT Scanning
• Ultrasound
• Fluoroscopy
• Patient Assessment
• Radiation Protection
• Infection Control
• BCLS-HCP
• Computer Proficiency
• Interpersonal Communication
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Clinical Judgment
• Patient Care
• Medical Imaging
• Emergency Response

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

32 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level