Job outlooks for Medical radiation technologists

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radiological technologist (32121)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Demand for diagnostic imaging services is expected to increase over the forecast period due to the health care needs of a growing, aging population. However, prospects will be restrained slightly by budgetary limitations and a moderate number of anticipated retirements compared to some other health professions. Of note, there has been a widely reported difficulty in hiring radiation therapists in the province. As a result, some cancer patients have been sent out of province for continued access to radiation treatment. While some hiring has been done, the shortfall has not been fully addressed, with one treatment unit remaining closed as of October 2023. Moreover, Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services has been using a variety of incentives such as cash bonuses for recruitment and retention.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 91%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 9%
    • 80% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 23% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 77% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 71% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 91%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 9%

  • Prince Edward IslandGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 67% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 33% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 67% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 33% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 13% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 87% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 53% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 18% compared to 8% for all occupations

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Hospitals are the main employers of medical radiation technologists, and it is not uncommon for those in the occupation to work at multiple hospitals. There are a reasonable number of job ads throughout the province. Being willing to take a job in a smaller community improves one's chances of finding work. Casual or part-time employment is not unusual and is often the way new graduates begin their career.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 650 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 92%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 6%
    • 86% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 14% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 22% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 78% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 52% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 66%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 34%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 90%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 6%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

  • New BrunswickGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • An increasing and ageing population is largely driving the demand for medical radiation technologists. 
    • Medical radiation technologists work in health-care facilities, including hospitals, clinics and cancer centres. 
    • Medical radiation technologists gather critical information for diagnosis and treatment; and serve as advisors to radiologists, radiation oncologists and other health-care providers. They also serve as educators, technical and therapy specialists, and interdisciplinary consultants.
    • There are four specialties within the profession: radiography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy and magnetic resonance.
    • In order to work in New Brunswick, medical radiation technologists must be licensed by the New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) and certified by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 95%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 85% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 15% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 80% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 10% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 90% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 35% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 60% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 90%
        • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 10%

  • QuebecGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Quebec:

    • Approximately 6,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 85%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 10%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 12% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 77% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 19% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 81% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 84% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 560 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Côte-Nord Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Estrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Lanaudière Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Laurentides Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%

    • Laval Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 2,370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Montréal Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 2,370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 910 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Outaouais Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • OntarioGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Hospitals
    • Medical and diagnostics laboratories

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Prevalence of chronic illnesses is adding to the need for diagnostic services
    • Increased demand to meet the health care needs of a growing and aging population

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • Registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) is required to practise

    What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

    • In general, Bridging Programs are available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in Ontario.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Ontario:

    • Approximately 9,150 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 85%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 12%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 84% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 16% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 77% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of medical radiation technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 24% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 76% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 46% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 40% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 910 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 87%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 560 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 94%

    • London Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the London region:

      • Approximately 510 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Northeast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Northwest Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Ottawa Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 680 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Toronto Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 3,670 people work in this occupation.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • ManitobaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Demand for this occupation is driven by the province's growing and aging population and provincial government spending on healthcare.
    • Key trends include artificial intelligence (AI) for image analysis and workflow optimization, scan advancements, and portable and wireless systems for point-of-care, mobile units and emergency departments.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 76%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 23%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 81% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 19% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 81% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 28% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 72% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 73% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 20% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Interlake Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Interlake region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • North Central Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the North Central region:

      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • North Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the North region:

      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Parklands Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Parklands region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • South Central Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the South Central region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Southeast Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Southwest Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Southwest region:

      • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 730 people work in this occupation.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • SaskatchewanVery good

    The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 850 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 86%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 13%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 86% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 14% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 77% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 13% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 87% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 73% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 16% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Northern region:

      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Prince Albert Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • AlbertaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in Alberta:

    • Approximately 4,200 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 67%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 31%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 75% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 25% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 69% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 31% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 18% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 82% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 67% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Calgary Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 1,780 people work in this occupation.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Edmonton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 1,550 people work in this occupation.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Red Deer Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • British ColumbiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Labour shortages continue to affect the delivery of health care services in various parts of the province, especially in northern and rural areas.

    Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 3,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 88%
      • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 10%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 75% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 25% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 76% of medical radiation technologists work all year, while 24% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of medical radiation technologists are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 25% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 75% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 60% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 2,280 people work in this occupation.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about medical radiation technologists in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 470 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Medical radiation technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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