medical radiation technologist (MRT)

Education:

College/CEGEP.

Work setting:

Hospital/medical facility or clinic.

Tasks:

• Explain procedures.
• Operate X-ray, radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
• Operate radiation therapy equipment.
• Record and process results of procedures.
• Explain procedures and side effects of radiation.
• 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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Certification of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Attention to detail.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.

Employment terms options:

Evening.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Morning. Day. Weekend.