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Madison, Wisconsin

Radiologic Technologist Float

Imaging TechIncludes callIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30.17-$45.25/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

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Job Description

Work Schedule: 90% FTE, day shift. Monday thru Friday - varied start/end times, with one floating day off every other week. Includes holiday/on call/weekend rotation.

Hours/locations vary based on the operational needs of the department. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay. You may be eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Float – X-ray to:

  • Perform a wide variety of imaging exams on adults, geriatric patients, adolescents, and pediatric age groups using a wide variety of radiographic equipment, computers, detectors, and plate readers.
  • Troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system.
  • Bring your knowledge to make quick and highly technical decisions in order to accommodate physical restrictions and pathology.
  • Serve as a clinical instructor for affiliated imaging training programs and participate in the instruction of other technologists and visiting health care professionals and may also participate in clinical research.

At UW Health, You Will Have

  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full-time benefits for part-time work.
  • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
  • Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
  • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
  • The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field Preferred

Work Experience

  • Previous healthcare experience Required
  • 2 years of clinical experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

  • ARRT Radiography (R) certification Upon Hire Required
  • Wisconsin Radiological License Upon Hire Required
  • CPR certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Locations

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

Job Description

UW Medical Foundation benefits

Key Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of diagnostic imaging exams on diverse patient populations using specialized radiographic equipment. Maintain equipment, resolve image processing issues, and serve as a clinical instructor for training programs.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical instructionTroubleshootingPediatric imagingGeriatric imagingTechnical decision making

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $83k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 25% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

What does the Radiologic Technology market look like in Wisconsin?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · top 25% in radiologic technology (imaging tech)ranked against 1,114 Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$83k in purchasing powerWisconsin index 94.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiologic Technology listings in Wisconsin31 active1,171 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 25% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$15k sign-onUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Radiologic Technology listings295 in the last 30 days162 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiologic Technology pay trend+4.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,114 Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiologic Technologist Float at UW Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,114 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

16 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

16 jobs · 13 employers
5
<$100k
6
$100k-115k
1
$124k
3
$130k-145k
1
$146k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

13 jobs
401k / retirement match
92% this job
Sign-on bonus
54% this job
PSLF eligible
23%
Loan repayment
15%
CME allowance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Radiology & Mammography Technologist

Neighbor Health · Charleston, West Virginia

$55-$70/hr
#2

Radiology Technologist - Orthopedics

Providence · Santa Rosa, CA, United States

$43.26-$67.18/hr
#3

Senior Radiology Technologist

$41.63-$64.63/hr
#4

Interventional Radiology Technologist III: Cath Lab

$85k-$131k
+ 14 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,114 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About UW Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Madison, WI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$15,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE)
Health and dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plans
Two-week paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Full-time benefits for part-time work
Tuition benefits eligibility

Living in Madison

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$430k
Typical market rent
$1,837/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Madison, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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