Technologist, Medical Radiation

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Explain procedures
• Operate X-ray, radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment
• Operate radiation therapy equipment
• Perform scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on equipment
• Position patients
• Wear radiation detection equipment to acquire data for use by nuclear medicine physicians in the diagnosis of disease
• Perform diagnostic procedures using radioactive materials on biological specimens
• Record and process results of procedures
• Apply radiation protection measures
• 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
• Perform X-rays and other tests

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certification of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists
• Certification by a provincial or territorial association

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Ability to work independently

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan