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Principle Health Systems
Columbia, Missouri

Radiologic Technologist

Imaging TechFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$42/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Mobile Radiologic Technologist

The Mobile Radiology Technologist is responsible for performing diagnostic imaging procedures using mobile radiographic equipment.

This position involves traveling to various locations, including skilled nursing facilities, long-term acute cares, rehab hospitals, assisted livings, and patient homes, to provide essential imaging services.

The technician will ensure high-quality images are captured while delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining strict adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Operate portable radiographic equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images following the prescribed imaging protocols.
  • Safely transport and operate mobile imaging equipment at various locations, including hospitals, clinics, and patient residences.
  • Explain procedures to patients, ensuring they are properly positioned for imaging exams while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
  • Cover areas not being imaged to protect patients from unnecessary radiation exposure during procedures.
  • Ensure proper patient alignment for imaging by coordinating with facility staff or aides to assist patients with limited mobility. Direct handling of patients is not allowed.
  • Operate portable radiographic equipment, perform EKG examinations, and comply with infection control procedures.
  • Accurately document patient records during and after procedures.
  • Calibrate radiographic equipment to provide clear, high-quality images and assist in interpreting radiographs when necessary.
  • Ensure proper sterilization, storage, and routine maintenance of radiographic equipment. Report any equipment failures or issues promptly.
  • Log, organize, and develop imaging results in accordance with company protocols.
  • Safely operate a motor vehicle.

Requirements

  • Earned degree from a Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) program.
  • Completed internships with hands-on clinical experience during the degree program.
  • Passed or scheduled to take qualifying exams within the required timeframe for LMRT or ARRT certification.
  • Must be able to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 50 lbs., as the role involves loading and unloading mobile radiographic equipment from the vehicle.
  • Valid state radiology license (if applicable).
  • Strong technical skills in radiology, excellent communication and patient care skills, ability to work independently in a mobile environment, and familiarity with infection control procedures.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel within the assigned territory.

Physical/Mental Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, and bend for prolonged periods while performing patient services.
  • Comfortable driving for extended stretches to various patient locations up to 200+ miles per day.
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to perform under high-stress situations.
  • Flexibility to adapt to scheduling changes and varying patient needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact hradmin@principlehs.com.

Open to day, night, part-time/PRN shifts.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Radiologic technologyPatient positioningRadiation safetyEquipment calibrationMedical documentationEquipment maintenanceMotor vehicle operation

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state. 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

What does the Radiologic Technology market look like in Missouri?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$62k–$87kRadiologic Technology median $84k (middle half $74k–$114k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$82k in purchasing powerMissouri index 90.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiologic Technology listings in Missouri34 active1,157 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 35% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Radiologic Technology listings268 in the last 30 days171 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiologic Technology pay trend−2.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

18 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

18 jobs · 14 employers
6
<$100k
4
$100k-115k
2
$115k-130k
3
$130k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

13 jobs
401k / retirement match
85%
Sign-on bonus
31%
Relocation assistance
15%
PSLF eligible
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Interventional Radiology Technologist - Full Time - Days - Weill Cornell

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital · New York, New York

$59.85-$71.51/hr
#2

Mammography Technologist - Imaging Center

Providence · Rancho Mission Viejo, California

$45.99-$71.4/hr
#3

Radiology & Mammography Technologist

$55-$70/hr
#4

Radiology Technologist - Orthopedics

$43.26-$67.18/hr
+ 16 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,157 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Principle Health Systems

Hospitals and Health Care
Houston, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling
Part-time/PRN options

Living in Columbia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$287k
Typical market rent
$1,464/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.4
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbia, MO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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