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Job summary

Perform laboratory procedures and general and portable X-ray examinations, including collecting and analyzing biological specimens, conducting ECGs, and reporting results. Prepare patients, perform venipuncture and micropuncture, maintain equipment and supplies, and complete required quality control procedures.

Job details

Your Opportunity: This Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I (CXLT I / MRT I) position performs quality general radiology and portable examinations in the busy and dynamic Diagnostic Imaging Department at the Cardston Health Centre. Close collaboration with technical staff, nursing, patients, physicians, supervisor and management is required. Located in Cardston the Health Centre is an acute care facility that services a large area of southwestern Alberta. Located 40 mins from Waterton Cardston is a beautiful area that offers many outdoor activities. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentives. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca. Description: As a Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technologist I, you will perform procedures in both the laboratory and in diagnostic imaging, typically in rural sites. You will work as a member of the inter-professional team and be responsible for collecting and analyzing biological specimens, conducting X-ray examinations, ECGs and reporting results. Your responsibilities include preparing patients, venipuncture and micropuncture, routine equipment maintenance, maintaining supplies and performing quality control procedures as required. Classification: Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Diagnostic Imaging Primary Location: Cardston Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.40 Posting End Date: 19-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 02-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 03-JAN-2028 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 8 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 program in Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (CLXT). Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists (ACCLXT). Additional Required Qualifications: MRT/CLXT technologist with strong radiation safety and technical skills in general radiology and portables required. Demonstrated positive attitude and good work ethic. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. Demonstrated proficient organizational, technical, interpersonal, communication and computer skills. Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility, work effectively independently and within a team environment. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations required. Demonstrated interest in professional growth and continued education. Demonstrated perception, initiative, judgment and concern for detail and accuracy. Demonstrated tact, courtesy and professionalism with patients, students, AHS staff and physicians. Preferred Qualifications: As Required.

What you’ll do

Perform laboratory procedures and general and portable X-ray examinations, including collecting and analyzing biological specimens, conducting ECGs, and reporting results. Prepare patients, perform venipuncture and micropuncture, maintain equipment and supplies, and complete required quality control procedures.

Requirements

Requires a diploma from an accredited Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology program and active or eligible registration with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists. Candidates need strong radiation safety and radiology skills, effective communication and organizational abilities, and the capacity to work independently and collaboratively under pressure, including in emergencies.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• General Radiology
• Portable X-Ray Examinations
• Laboratory Testing
• Specimen Collection
• Specimen Analysis
• Venipuncture
• Micropuncture
• Electrocardiograms
• Radiation Safety
• Quality Control
• Equipment Maintenance
• Patient Preparation
• Technical Skills
• Communication
• Organization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Security & Safety