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Ortho Virginia
Blacksburg, Virginia

Radiology Technologist, PRN

Imaging TechNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$28.08-$42.12/hr

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Job Description

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.

  • Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.
  • Open to New Grads
  • PRN Shifts Available
  • Stronger Starts Here.

At OrthoVirginia, we help people move better, feel better, and get back to the activities they love. As Virginia's largest orthopedic specialty practice, our team delivers expert care through innovation, collaboration, and a patient-first approach.

We're seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join our growing team. Whether you're an experienced technologist, or a recent graduate looking to advance your career, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced providers in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic environment where your skills directly impact patient outcomes.

Why Join OrthoVirginia?

  • Work with Virginia's largest orthopedic specialty practice
  • State-of-the-art digital imaging technology
  • Collaborative, supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Gain valuable orthopedic imaging experience
  • Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day

What You'll Do

As a Radiologic Technologist, you'll play a key role in helping providers diagnose injuries and conditions by producing high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities Include

  • Prepare and position patients for radiographic procedures while ensuring comfort, safety, and privacy
  • Perform diagnostic X-ray examinations and obtain high-quality digital images
  • Operate radiographic and C-arm equipment safely and effectively
  • Review images for technical quality, anatomical accuracy, and proper patient identification
  • Follow radiation safety protocols and industry best practices to minimize exposure
  • Maintain examination rooms and imaging equipment to ensure compliance and operational readiness
  • Collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, and fellow team members to deliver exceptional patient care
  • Assist with additional clinical and departmental responsibilities as needed
  • What Makes You Successful

You Are Someone Who

  • Delivers compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Thrives in a collaborative team environment
  • Maintains strong attention to detail and image quality
  • Demonstrates professionalism and adaptability in a fast-paced setting
  • Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to learn and grow
  • Values safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

  • Current Virginia Radiologic Technologist License
  • ARRT Certification
  • Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
  • At least 1 year of Radiologic Technologist experience, preferred

Compensation Range for This Position

$28.08 - $42.12

Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations.

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Key Responsibilities

The Radiologic Technologist will prepare and position patients for diagnostic X-ray examinations while ensuring safety and privacy. They will also operate imaging equipment, review images for technical quality, and collaborate with clinical staff to support patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Diagnostic imagingC-arm operationPatient positioningClinical documentation

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 19.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 33% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiology Technologist, PRN at Ortho Virginia a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,269 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

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Benefits & Perks19 jobs

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.2
Better work-life than 70% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,269 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights

Living in Blacksburg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$398k
Typical market rent
$1,750/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ortho Virginia

Medical Practices
Richmond, VA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

State-of-the-art digital imaging technology
Collaborative, supportive team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development