Medical Radiation Technologist I

Original job posting

Perform a variety of standard technical radiological imaging examinations to assist in disease and pathology diagnosis. Responsibilities include preparing patients, documenting high-quality images for radiologists, and maintaining imaging equipment.

Job details

Your Opportunity: Whether you are a newly graduated Medical Radiation Technologist(MRT) I, looking to create a new home with your young family, or dreaming of retiring in a beautiful remote but vibrant northern community, in Fort McMurray, your next adventure awaits! Alberta Health Services (AHS) has a full-time opportunity available at our incredible, modern state-of-the-art Northern Lights Regional Health Centre. Advance your skills in a unique northern setting as part of a close-knit team committed to exceptional patient care. As an MRT I, you will create and document high-quality images for interpretation by Radiologists. Responsibilities include preparing and positioning patients, reviewing histories, explaining procedures, addressing patient needs during scans, and maintaining X-ray equipment. Our residents are hard-working, driven, and stay for the serenity as well as prosperous economic opportunities and career growth. The area has solid transportation with a variety of elementary and post-secondary schools. It is also one of the best places in the world to view the Northern Lights. Fall in love with the natural beauty of Fort McMurray, its historic charm, festivals, theaters, and warm outdoor-loving community. This position is available for Northern Living Allowance and may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of their Return for Service. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca. AHS plays an integral role in delivering high-quality acute care services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta.. We are a nation-leading hospital-based service provider operating 106 facilities across the province and we are dedicated to excellence in patient care. Showcase your leadership skills at AHS, where we strive to foster an environment where patients, clients, and staff feel safe, healthy, valued and supported. 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: Fort McMurray N Lts HC/Mnt Hlt Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 23-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 05-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 11.25, 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 4, 5 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends 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: In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Fort McMurray Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $12,480. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay. Preferred Qualifications: As required.

What you’ll do

Perform a variety of standard technical radiological imaging examinations to assist in disease and pathology diagnosis. Responsibilities include preparing patients, documenting high-quality images for radiologists, and maintaining imaging equipment.

Requirements

Requires a diploma from an accredited Medical Radiation Technologist program and current BCLS-HCP certification. Candidates must be active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists.

Benefits

• Northern Living Allowance • Recruitment Incentive up to $60,000 • Fort McMurray Allowance up to $12,480

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Radiological Imaging
• Patient Positioning
• X-ray Equipment Maintenance
• Fluoroscopy
• General Radiography
• Portable Radiography
• Patient Care
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Medical Documentation
• Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research