Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – X-ray
Listed compensation
$61,402 - $92,102/year
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- Employment & setting
- Per Diem · on-site
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Work Schedule
Per diem position. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay: UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work
experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration
when determining the starting base pay. This position will work at University
Hospital in Madison, WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – 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
* 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.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked
Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals,
teaching institutions and referral centers.
American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a
Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment
designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family
Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center,
with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It
is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which
cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
UW Health East Madison Hospital – is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the
most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care
is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and
treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.
Job Description
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
Key Responsibilities
Perform a wide variety of radiographic imaging exams across diverse patient age groups using specialized equipment and computers. Responsibilities include troubleshooting image processing systems and serving as a clinical instructor for imaging training programs.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Radiologic Technology Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Of the 44 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 27% have no call, 16% require no weekends.
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