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Duke Health
Durham, North Carolina

Radiologic Technologist - Operating Room (Weekends)

Imaging TechIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

  • Radiologic Technologist - Operating Room
  • Location: Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC 27705
  • 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Work Schedule

Full-Time, Friday - Monday, 8:00AM - 6:30PM

  • ## This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus and $3,000 in relocation assistance
  • This position is considered to be the Weekend Option and will receive the WEO premium incentive pay for the weekend hours worked

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate Radiology Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke University Hospital (DUH) campus supports a 1067 bed hospital known for Radiologic Technologist expertise in GI Diagnostic Fluoroscopy, OR, Ortho, Trauma, Ambulatory Surgery, Special Procedures, and PEDS services.

What You Will Do

Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest. Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.

Explain x-ray procedures to patients.

Position patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.

Monitor accessory equipment and assist the physician with fluoroscopic procedures and special radiographic procedures.

Accurately process images for optimal quality. Match with appropriate paperwork for interpretation.

Charge radiographic procedures in; able to modify orders per protocol. Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation.

Understands and Uses the Image Archival System

  • Provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs.
  • Provide orientation to new technologists.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein

**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

Required Qualifications

Education

Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT Certification

Experience

Level I

Must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment.

Level II

  • Minimum of two years' experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.
  • Level III
  • A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion
  • Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
  • BLS certification
  • ARRT or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes.

To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Key Responsibilities

Operate x-ray equipment to produce high-quality radiographs and assist physicians with fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures. Provide education to radiology technology students and orientation to new technologists.

Requirements

Requires completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT certification. BLS certification is required, and ARRT certification must be obtained within one year of employment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient PositioningImage ProcessingPatient EducationClinical Training

Radiology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 12.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution16 jobs

4
<$80k
5
$80k-95k
3
$95k-110k
3
$110k-125k
1
$149k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks15 jobs

401k / retirement match
67%
Sign-on bonus
47% this job
Loan repayment
27%
PSLF eligible
20%
Relocation assistance
13% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Radiology (Imaging Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 121 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Durham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$363k
Typical market rent
$1,659/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.6
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Duke Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Durham, North Carolina
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$15,000 Commitment Bonus
$3,000 Relocation Assistance
Weekend Option Premium Incentive Pay
Clinical Ladder Program
Career Growth Opportunities