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Fairport, New York

Radiologic Technologist 1

Imaging Tech Top 25% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech)Per Diem

Listed compensation

$29.62 - $39.99/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to
Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity,
leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will
set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is
welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

2064 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd, Penfield, New York, United States of America,
14526

Opening

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Time as Reported / Per Diem

Scheduled Weekly Hours

As Scheduled

Department

500255 Imaging Penfield MRI/Ortho

Work Shift

UR - Evening (United States of America)

Range

UR URCA 211 H

Compensation Range

$29.62 - $39.99

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for
this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's
compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but
not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of
the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

General Purpose

Responsible for producing high quality X-ray images by conducting exams in a
safe and efficient manner.  Verifies and follows referring providers' orders
while remaining in compliance with the Imaging Sciences departmental policies. 
Possesses a sound understanding of human anatomy as well as x-ray positioning
and the use if immobilization devices when warranted. Receives training as well
as regular direct supervision or guidance from a more senior technologist to
perform proficiency of the required tasks. Takes independent responsibility for
performing general section studies in a safe and efficient manner, completing
all associated paper and computer work while providing high quality images for
radiologist interpretation.

Essential Functions

* Prepares room and patient per order. Properly sets up equipment, positions
patients, and determines proper exposure factors to produce a high quality
image.
* Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date,
appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider.
Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.
* Maintains appropriate supplies in the X-ray rooms.
* Produces a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the
Radiologist.
* Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as
ARJO lift, transfer boards, hover mats.
* Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and
ensuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.
* Completes and bills for studies accurately.
* May train new employees or lead day-to-day work activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

* Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology
required
* Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Certifications

* CRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist current NYS licensure upon hire
required and
* ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with CE credits upon
hire required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and
preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s
Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In
support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to
not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender
identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran
status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation,
citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or
local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to
non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions,
employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent
with our values and based on applicable law.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology or have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Current NYS licensure and ARRT certification are required upon hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

X-ray ImagingPatient PositioningDiagnostic ImagingSafety ProceduresAnatomy KnowledgeElectronic Patient SystemsImage TransferBilling

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiologic Technologist 1 at University of Rochester a 6.6 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 1,260 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Radiologic Technology Career Context

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 38% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech)

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

Living in Fairport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$375k
Typical market rent
$1,744/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.0
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Rochester, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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