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MultiCare Health System
Spokane, Washington

Radiology Technologist (Per Diem) - Deaconess

Imaging Tech 8.0 Work-LifeNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$36.41–$56.42 /hr

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Join a Team That Shares Your Calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Per Diem/Variable

Position Summary

The Radiologic Technologist performs a full range of diagnostic imaging examinations in accordance with established departmental guidelines. This role utilizes fixed imaging equipment, portable radiography, and fluoroscopic systems to support, trauma imaging, operating room cases, and routine diagnostic exams.

The Radiologic Technologist functions as a clinical role model and resource within the hospital, demonstrating the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform a broad range of diagnostic radiology exams using fixed, portable, and fluoroscopic imaging equipment
  • May support trauma imaging, operating room cases, as well as routine diagnostic studies
  • Ensure imaging exams are completed in accordance with established departmental policies and clinical guidelines
  • Serve as a clinical resource and role model, working effectively both independently and as part of the care team

Requirements

  • Graduate or eligible for graduation with an AA degree from accredited Imaging program or equivalent
  • Eligible to take ARRT registry or enrolled in an ARRT accredited program.

Must obtain ARRT RT(R) within 12 months of hire.

  • Washington State license as X-Ray Technician (XT license) required.
  • BLS Certification

About Deaconess Hospital

Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.

About the Spokane Community

Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene.

Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the Local Community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and Education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and Support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living Our Values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for All

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest Lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $36.41 - $56.42 USD.

However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

General RadiographyPatient CareRadiologic DiagnosisIonizing Radiation ApplicationClinical JudgmentPatient Safety

Radiologic Technology Career Context

In Washington, the Radiologic Technology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$95k (68 salary observations; 160 listings), vs ~$80k nationally (806 salary observations; 5,151 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-04-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiology Technologist (Per Diem) - Deaconess at MultiCare Health System a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,293 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
10%
Relocation assistance
10%
CME allowance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,293 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights

Living in Spokane

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$397k
Typical market rent
$1,507/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program