Radiologic Technologist
Listed compensation
$25 - $39.55/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Great facility near Abilene, Texas is seeking a full-time, Radiologic Technologist to join their team. Details are below! New graduates welcome!
Pay: $25.00-$39.55/Hour
Radiologic Technologist Opportunity
Full-time position
Day and Evening Shifts Available
Radiologic Technologist holds responsibility for operating diagnostic x-ray and fluoroscopic equipment
Adheres to Established Radiation Safety Protocols
Specializes in imaging specific body areas using X-ray equipment, while properly documenting all services rendered
Radiologic Technologist has basic knowledge of Digital Radiologic Equipment and basic ability to do Diagnostic Radiographs
- Verbally communicates with patients and renders basic patient care
- New Grads open to apply!
Radiologic Technologist Qualifications
- Certified within the State of Texas
- Must have ARRT
- Active BLS, or ability to obtain upon hiring
About the Community
- Regional hub in West Texas known for its revitalized downtown, arts scene, and cultural district
- Plenty of indoor and outdoor recreational activities
- Affordable cost of living with family-friendly neighborhoods and a warm, welcoming atmosphere
- Generally flat terrain with easy highway access for effortless commuting
Key Responsibilities
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for operating diagnostic x-ray and fluoroscopic equipment while strictly adhering to established radiation safety protocols. This role involves imaging specific body areas, accurately documenting all services rendered, and providing basic patient care through verbal communication.
Requirements
Candidates must be certified within the State of Texas and hold an active ARRT certification, or be able to obtain a BLS certification upon hiring. New graduates are explicitly welcomed to apply for this full-time position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Radiologic Technology Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$39k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Ironside Human Resources holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 175 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 10% in radiologic technology (imaging tech) | ranked against 1,100 Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $39k | Radiologic Technology median $96k (middle half $86k–$119k)322 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$40k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Radiologic Technology listings in Texas | 58 active | 1,095 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Radiologic Technology listings | 233 in the last 30 days | 196 the 30 days before (+19%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Radiologic Technology pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Ironside Human Resources | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index175 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiologic Technologist at Ironside Human Resources a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,100 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$39k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,100 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Living in Sweetwater
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $182k
- Median resident rent
- $907/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 16 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.