MRT Travel Jobs in Canada — Medical Radiation Technologist Contracts

MRT Travel Jobs in Canada — Medical Radiation Technologist Contracts

Select places Medical Radiation Technologists across Canada — CT specialists, MRI technologists, nuclear medicine technologists, and general radiographers — in urban hospitals and rural health centres where advanced imaging expertise is in critical demand.

MRT vs XRT — Understanding the Distinction

In Canada, Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) is the umbrella designation under CAMRT covering all imaging modalities — including CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Therapy. If you hold additional CAMRT certifications beyond general radiography, this is your page.

X-Ray Technologists (XRTs / RTRs) specialize in general radiography only.

Combined Lab & X-Ray Technologists (CLXTs) hold dual MLT and XRT certification, primarily in rural Western Canada.

MRT Travel Work — What It Looks Like

MRT Travel Work — What It Looks Like

MRT demand in rural and northern Canada is acute. Outside major urban centres, CT and MRI coverage is chronically short — and the professionals who fill those gaps travel.


  • CT (Computed Tomography): High-volume diagnostic imaging in urban hospitals; sole-operator CT coverage in community and rural hospitals. CT is the highest-demand modality for travel contracts in Canada.

  • MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): Urban teaching hospitals and regional centres. MRI travel demand is growing as rural facilities add MRI capacity.

  • General Radiography: Community hospitals, rural sites, and clinics — broad scope, high autonomy, often combined with fluoroscopy and mobile X-ray.

  • Nuclear Medicine: Specialized urban hospital settings. Less common in travel, but placements exist for credentialed NM technologists.

  • Rural and northern: Often the sole MRT on site — covering multiple modalities, broad autonomous practice, and direct patient care relationships. Highest demand, strongest renewal rates, most competitive compensation.

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CAMRT Registration & Credentials

MRT Travel Work — What It Looks Like

  • MRTs in Canada are certified through CAMRT (Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists)

  • CAMRT certification is recognized nationally — most provinces require CAMRT certification plus active provincial registration

  • Modality-specific certification streams under CAMRT: Radiography (RTR), CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine (NMT), Radiation Therapy (RTT)

MRT demand in rural and northern Canada is acute. Outside major urban centres, CT and MRI coverage is chronically short — and the professionals who fill those gaps travel.


  • CT (Computed Tomography): High-volume diagnostic imaging in urban hospitals; sole-operator CT coverage in community and rural hospitals. CT is the highest-demand modality for travel contracts in Canada.

  • MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): Urban teaching hospitals and regional centres. MRI travel demand is growing as rural facilities add MRI capacity.

  • General Radiography: Community hospitals, rural sites, and clinics — broad scope, high autonomy, often combined with fluoroscopy and mobile X-ray.

  • Nuclear Medicine: Specialized urban hospital settings. Less common in travel, but placements exist for credentialed NM technologists.

  • Rural and northern: Often the sole MRT on site — covering multiple modalities, broad autonomous practice, and direct patient care relationships. Highest demand, strongest renewal rates, most competitive compensation.

  • Minimum 1–2 years post-certification experience required; CT and MRI roles may specify additional modality-specific experience

  • Skills checklist completed with your Select recruiter to match you accurately to available contracts

  • Select recruiter supports interprovincial licensing for destination province registration

CAMRT Registration & Credentials

  • MRTs in Canada are certified through CAMRT (Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists)

  • CAMRT certification is recognized nationally — most provinces require CAMRT certification plus active provincial registration

  • Modality-specific certification streams under CAMRT: Radiography (RTR), CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine (NMT), Radiation Therapy (RTT)

  • Minimum 1–2 years post-certification experience required; CT and MRI roles may specify additional modality-specific experience

  • Skills checklist completed with your Select recruiter to match you accurately to available contracts

  • Select recruiter supports interprovincial licensing for destination province registration

Why MRTs Choose Select

Why MRTs Choose Select

  • Contracts across your modality — CT, MRI, general radiography, nuclear medicine

  • Rural and remote placements where MRT coverage is most critically needed

  • Pay every Friday, benefits from Day 1, travel and housing covered

  • Recruiter who understands CAMRT certification streams and provincial registration requirements

  • 24/7 support throughout your contract

  • Founded 1999 — 25+ years placing healthcare professionals across Canada

  • Contracts across your modality — CT, MRI, general radiography, nuclear medicine

  • Rural and remote placements where MRT coverage is most critically needed

  • Pay every Friday, benefits from Day 1, travel and housing covered

  • Recruiter who understands CAMRT certification streams and provincial registration requirements

  • 24/7 support throughout your contract

  • Founded 1999 — 25+ years placing healthcare professionals across Canada

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Select Benefits — What Every Contract Includes

Why Choose Select Medical?

Select Benefits — What Every Contract Includes

Travel allied health professionals often work without access to benefits. Select's Day 1 extended health coverage changes that — MRTs on qualifying contracts are covered from their first day on site.


  • Extended health benefits active from Day 1 (minimum 8-week contract)

  • Pay every Friday — 884+ consecutive Fridays and counting

  • Travel to and from your assignment covered

  • Accommodation for the duration of your contract

  • Tax-free per diem included in your compensation package

  • Licensing and registration reimbursement support

  • 24/7 on-call support hotline throughout your contract

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the difference between MRT and XRT travel contracts?

MRT is the umbrella CAMRT designation covering all imaging modalities — CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Therapy in addition to general radiography. XRT contracts are general radiography roles only. If you hold CAMRT certification beyond RTR (Radiography), you qualify for MRT contracts.

Is CT technologist experience required for MRT travel contracts?

Not for all contracts. Select matches you based on your specific modality certifications and experience. CT experience significantly expands available placements, particularly in rural and community hospital settings. Your recruiter will match contracts to your actual skills checklist.

Do I need provincial registration in addition to CAMRT certification?

Most provinces require both CAMRT certification and provincial registration. Specific requirements vary by province. Select's recruiters support the interprovincial licensing process and can advise on timelines for your destination province.

Are there MRT travel contracts in rural and northern Canada?

Yes — rural and northern placements represent the highest-demand segment of MRT travel work in Canada. These contracts often cover multiple modalities, require autonomous practice, and carry the most competitive compensation. Renewal rates are strong in these settings.

What certifications are required for nuclear medicine travel contracts?

NMT (Nuclear Medicine Technologist) certification through CAMRT is required for nuclear medicine placements. These contracts are less common in travel than CT or general radiography roles but placements do exist. Contact your recruiter to discuss current availability.

Ready to Put Your Imaging Expertise to Work Across Canada?

MRTs are among the most in-demand allied health professionals in Canada. Whether you're a CT specialist, MRI tech, or generalist radiographer, Select has contracts in settings that match your skills and your goals.

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