Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience
- Medical radiologic technology/science - radiation therapist
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology/technician
Experience
Experience an asset
Work setting
- Hospital/medical facility or clinic
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Operate X-ray, radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, computerized tomography (CT) scanners, mammography units and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners
- Explain procedures, position patient and equipment and apply radiation protection measures
- Perform basic verification and quality control checks on radiographic and film processing equipment
- Record and process patient data
- Provide appropriate care and monitoring of the patient during the examination
- Train and supervise students and other staff
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Certification of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish between colours
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Reliability
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Paramedical services coverage