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Norwood, Massachusetts

Per Diem Radiology Technologist - Atrius Health

Imaging TechIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

from $31/hr

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.

Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities.

Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Details

  • Location: 1177 Providence Highway, Norwood, MA 02062
  • Department: Radiology
  • Schedule: Per Diem, As Needed (weekends and weekdays to cover Norwood, Easton, and Dedham)

As the Radiology Technologist, you will perform and assist in a variety of standard and specialized radiographic examinations and procedures. Demonstrates competency in all age groups and works in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

Works independently using extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, radiation physics and radiation dosage

Confirms appropriate clinical data, obtains patient history and uses the lowest possible dose to provide high quality images for the interpreting radiologist

Provides for the emotional, physical wellbeing and safety of the patient while maintaining strict standards of patient confidentiality

Possesses the ability to communicate effectively with patients as well as other members of the health care team

Understands and is competent in other Radiology Department job responsibilities and performs these functions on a regular basis

  • Recognizes and effectively communicates equipment problems in a timely manner to the Department Supervisor
  • Performs other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e. g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit

  • Graduate of an accredited radiography program and registry eligible
  • Licensed in Massachusetts as a radiologic technologist
  • CEU documentation required for licensure must be provided

Preferred Qualifications

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
  • 1+ years of experience working as a radiology technologist

Knowledge of Computed Radiography, Digital Radiography, Epic, Synapse, Pacsgear, answering phones and scheduling exams

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $31.40 to $47.10 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform and assist in standard and specialized radiographic examinations for patients of all age groups. Ensure patient safety and confidentiality while collaborating with the healthcare team to provide high-quality images.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited radiography program, registry eligible, and licensed as a radiologic technologist in Massachusetts. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient PositioningClinical Data Confirmation

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 1,402 active listings.

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Per Diem Radiology Technologist - Atrius Health at UnitedHealth Group a 6.4 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 1,304 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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median 3.9this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,304 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Norwood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$735k
Typical market rent
$2,491/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution